Green hemp protein or white hemp protein, which ones to choose?

There has been much talk of hemp in recent years, and this divine plant has received numerous attacks because it is often confused with narcotics. Did you already know that hemp for food use has nothing to do with what is considered a drug? Perhaps you don't know the difference between white and green hemp proteins!

Hemp proteins are not a drug!

Let's begin with a clarification: Cannabis sativa is the plant that is used in the food and textile industry to produce seeds, oil, flour, fibers and hemp protein, but also clothes, shoes, and much more. Cannabis indica is the subspecies much discussed in recent times because it contains THC, an active ingredient that has a narcotic effect on our minds. 

At Iswari, we respect Nature and love its gifts and can only say that Cannabis sativa has exceptional properties, has been used for thousands of years and is untouchable to us. To challenge it, or even worse, to consider it prohibited, would be like prohibiting the planting of poppies, because from a particular type of poppy and after a long process you get heroin! 

What are hemp proteins?

Hemp protein leads us to talk about its seeds. Hemp proteins are obtained from the seeds of the plant after a cold pressing, thanks to which the oil can be separated from the proteins themselves. Once the husked seeds have been pressed, the solid residue is ground and the fibers are separated from the flour obtained. The processing is therefore reduced to the essential, without the use of solvents or contamination of any kind. 

They are complete vegetable proteins, rich in amino acids, and for this reason, very suitable for those who have chosen a type of diet poor in animal, vegetarian and vegan meat. But hemp protein is also great for sportsmen. Let's see why.

The properties of hemp proteins

Hemp proteins contain all the essential amino acids. These are the "bricks" that combine to make up the proteins. These, in turn, are the material from which all our tissues are made: our skeletal system, the muscular apparatus, all organs, including the skin and even part of the blood.

The properties of hemp proteins are:

Healthy and lean muscle nourishment: hemp is a food that provides many fewer calories than a cereal like wheat. The calories of hemp proteins contain up to 60% protein, compared to only 10% of wheat, which is made up of almost 90% carbohydrates.

Intestinal regularity: thanks to the fiber component, which is more or less present depending on the variety and processing, hemp proteins can help promote normal intestinal function.

Energy: hemp proteins stimulate the increase of physical energy thanks to the vitamin complex B1 and B2 and iron in particular. They are excellent for fighting fatigue and muscle fatigue.

Satiety: hemp proteins fill and satiate in a healthy way, stimulating the sense of fullness and helping to control body weight.

Heart Health: helps control cardiovascular risk factors such as cholesterol and blood sugar thanks to the presence of perfectly balanced polyunsaturated essential fats such as Omega-6 and Omega-3.

Bones and joints: the important magnesium content of hemp protein promotes bone health and stimulates the synthesis of proteins, which strengthen muscles and joints.

Muscles: Hemp proteins are particularly loved by athletes because they are rich in protein, have all the essential amino acids and are non-toxic. They stimulate muscle tone and facilitate recovery after training.