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Cannabis Seeds

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Cannabis seeds are also known as hemp or marijuana seeds as both of them belong to the species, Cannabis Sativa.[1] These small brown seeds contain protein, fiber, and healthful fatty acids.[2] Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) are the most famous Cannabinoids which are compounds found in the Cannabis plants.[3]

History

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The Cannabis Sativa L. is considered as possibly one of the oldest plants cultivated. The Cannabis historians of the past have provided clues to considerable treatments for many medical syndromes including chronic pains, cancer, seizures, anorexia, nausea, and contagious or infectious diseases that remain challenges for the present day medicine.[4] The use of Cannabis seed has been recorded as far as 2800 BC in central Asia or Western China when it was listed in the medical supplies of Emperor Shen Nung, also known as the father of Chinese medicine.[5]

Uses

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The uses of Cannabis, both medical or non-medical, have been hinted by several cultures. For example, in Ancient Egypt, Cannabis was used to make ropes, treatment of fungal infections, and many others. Hemp seeds particularly have various agricultural, industrial, and medical uses such as:

  • Soil enhancement : Since Hemp is a phytoremediation plant, it is able to absorb and gather contaminants from the soil, thus improving the health and quality of the soil. Because of this, it is beneficial for land reclamation and crop rotation initiatives.[6][7]
  • Animal Feed: Hemp seeds and hemp seed cake are used as nutritious feed for animals. Being high in protein and vital fatty acids, they benefit livestock.[8]
  • Produces Fiber: Although the seeds themselves are not used for fiber, but hemp plants grown from these seeds produce strong fibers also used in textiles, bio composites, and ropes. This expands farm income through a number of hemp-derived products.[9]
  • Biofuel: Biofuel can be produced from hemp seeds, offering a sustainable energy source. The residual biomass can be utilized to produce ethanol, and the oil recovered from the seeds can be transformed into biodiesel.[10]
  • Recreational Uses: Despite a legal ban in most of the countries, the usage of Cannabis still prevails at a large scale for recreational purpose.
  • They are used for the treatment of various medical conditions such as vomiting and nausea caused by chemotherapy, insomnia, depressions, and pain.[11] The presence of cannabinoid metabolites in the Cannabis Sativa have been observed for suppressing various forms of cancer cells. Having anti convulsant qualities, Cannabis has been recorded to treat epilepsy and other neurological disorders.[12]
  • Hemp seeds are widely used in the skin care industry in anti aging and cleansing products. They are helpful in alleviating skin conditions such as dryness, acne, skin cancer, and psoriasis.[13]

Nutritional Value and Health Benefits

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Fats 1.20 grams
Total Fatty Acid 14.62 grams
Monosaturated Fatty Acids 1.62 grams
Polysaturated Fat 11.43 grams
Saturated Fatty Acids 1.38 grams
Carbohydrates 2.60 grams
Protein 9.47 grams

Besides the nutrients present in Cannabis seeds as shown in the table above, they are also rich in minerals, vitamins, source of iron and zinc.[14] They help in protecting the brain due to the presence of CBD content, boost heart health because of high levels of omega-3 fatty acids which are believed to promote heart health by reducing the risk of heart diseases.[15][16] They contain fiber, both soluble and insoluble, which are essential for a better digestive system. Cannabis seeds may have anti-inflammatory effects similar to ibuprofen due to gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) in them. A study established a 75% decline in arthritis-related pain after a 9 months of GLA supplementation in the participants, thus reducing the risk of conditions such as:

Ways to use Cannabis/ Hemp seeds

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Cannabis seeds can be used in a number of ways such as:

  • Roasting, cooking or eating raw seeds
  • Garnishing on salads or yogurt
  • Baking the seeds into muffins
  • Adding the powdered form in healthy smoothies, stir fried veggies, and desserts.[18]

References

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  3. ^ "What Is Cannabis? Usage, Effects And Legality". Forbes Health. 2022-02-28. Retrieved 2024-07-30.
  4. ^ https://www.researchgate.net/publication/6126750_History_of_Cannabis_and_Its_Preparations_in_Saga_Science_and_Sobriquet
  5. ^ "History of cannabis". The University of Sydney. Retrieved 2024-07-30.
  6. ^ Yao, X.; Saikawa, E.; Warner, S.; D’Souza, P. E.; Ryan, P. B.; Barr, D. B. (August 2023). "Phytoremediation of Lead-Contaminated Soil in the Westside of Atlanta, GA". GeoHealth. 7 (8): e2022GH000752. Bibcode:2023GHeal...7..752Y. doi:10.1029/2022GH000752. ISSN 2471-1403. PMC 10450253. PMID 37637997.
  7. ^ Singh, Anubhav; Sankhla, Mahipal Singh; Sharma, Vaibhav; Kumari, Poonam; Rai, Abhishek R.; Gautam, Archana; Sharma, Tina; Awasthi, Kumud Kant; Kumar, Rajeev (2023-12-15). "Exploring the Potential of Industrial Hemp in Phytoremediation of Heavy Metals". Natural Resources for Human Health. 4 (1): 98–107. doi:10.53365/nrfhh/176819. ISSN 2583-1194.
  8. ^ https://digitalcommons.murraystate.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=3331&context=postersatthecapitol
  9. ^ Ahmed, A T M Faiz; Islam, Md Zahidul; Mahmud, Md Sultan; Sarker, Md Emdad; Islam, Md Reajul (2022-01-01). "Hemp as a potential raw material toward a sustainable world: A review". Heliyon. 8 (1): e08753. Bibcode:2022Heliy...808753A. doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e08753. ISSN 2405-8440.
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  12. ^ Fordjour, Eric; Manful, Charles F.; Sey, Albert A.; Javed, Rabia; Pham, Thu Huong; Thomas, Raymond; Cheema, Mumtaz (2023-06-15). "Cannabis: a multifaceted plant with endless potentials". Frontiers in Pharmacology. 14: 1200269. doi:10.3389/fphar.2023.1200269. ISSN 1663-9812. PMC 10308385. PMID 37397476.
  13. ^ Nicholas Brownstone, MD (August 2023). "The ABCs of CBD: Cannabinoids in Dermatology and Skin Care". Dermatology Times. 44 (8).
  14. ^ muravenko, daryna (2022-01-11). "Cannabinoids and Nutrition Explained". GVB Biopharma. Retrieved 2024-07-30.
  15. ^ "Nutrition alert: Here's what a 100-gram serving of hemp seeds contains". The Indian Express. 2024-02-06. Retrieved 2024-07-30.
  16. ^ Pens, Lisa (2021-04-20). Amazing Benefits of Hemp Seed: Hеаlth Benefits, Cannabis-Based Untapped Healing Potential, Uses And Applicatoion. Independently Published. ISBN 979-8-7415-4687-1.
  17. ^ "9 benefits of hemp seeds: Nutrition, health, and use". www.medicalnewstoday.com. 2018-09-11. Retrieved 2024-07-30.
  18. ^ "5 Tips On What To Do With Weed Seeds". WeedSeedsExpress. Retrieved 2024-07-30.


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