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Importance of Topic to Practice
While research on the effects of consuming hemp seeds in humans is currently lacking, the nutrient profile indicates that they are a source of dietary protein rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids (1). Hence, it is theorized that, as with other types of nuts and seeds, inclusion in the diet may confer some health advantages over a diet that is rich in saturated fatty acids and low in fibre (2,3). However, currently, there is no evidence that there is