What are the functions and effects of hemp seed

Hemp seeds are the dried and mature seeds of the cannabis plant of the Moraceae family, which are grown in most parts of our country. Hemp seeds prefer to grow in moist and warm places. Hemp seed is rich in nutrients and can treat and prevent some physical diseases. Hemp seeds can also be used to extract oil. So what are the functions and effects of hemp seed? Let’s talk about it below.

1. Laxative effect This product can stimulate the intestinal mucosa, increase secretion, accelerate peristalsis, reduce water absorption by the large intestine, and have a laxative effect. Because it contains more fatty oil, it is a lubricating laxative.

2. Antihypertensive effect: The alcohol in hemp seed tincture was removed and made into an emulsion, which was then injected into the duodenum of anesthetized cats at 2 g/kg (raw drug dosage). After half an hour, the blood pressure began to slowly drop, and after 2 hours it dropped to about half of the original level. However, there were no significant changes in heart rate and respiration.

3. Effect on serum cholesterol Hemp seed has a significant effect in preventing the increase of serum cholesterol in rats. During the experimental period, the serum cholesterol level was relatively stable for 4 weeks, and was significantly lower than that of the control group in the 3rd and 4th weeks (P<0.05).

How to eat

Hemp seed porridge

Take 15 grams of hemp seed, 10 grams of perilla, and an appropriate amount of japonica rice, mix them together and cook into porridge.

Hemp Seed Tea

Fry the hemp seeds and sesame seeds until they turn yellow, then grind them into powder and use gauze to filter out the residue, leaving only the powder. Then wrap it in fine cloth and cook it in boiling water for a few minutes. Finally, add a little sugar and you can drink it.

Hemp Seed Wine

Grind 2 taels of hemp seeds into powder, soak them in 1 jin of rice wine and then drink.

Fried

Cooking and frying with a little oil is the healthiest way to eat.

Hemp seed has a very good laxative effect. If someone has symptoms of constipation, using hemp seed oil for treatment can have a very good therapeutic effect. The effect will be better if used together with other drugs. It can also be used as a health food to maintain good health when you are not sick. It can effectively prevent many diseases.