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Most of us are familiar with Cannabis sativa in its medicinal or illegal forms, but did you know that the ‘industrial’ hemp plant is a powerhouse of nutrition for you and your dog?
The most nutritionally dense part of the hemp plant is its tiny seeds. These seeds, also known as the hemp heart, are packed full of goodness.
Hemp seeds provide unique health benefits for both dogs and humans by providing a myriad of micro and macronutrients, such as:
Hemp seeds contain about 30% protein. It is highly digestible, especially when ground into hemp powder.
For those of us that live a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle, we can supplement our dog’s diet with cruelty-free, sustainable hemp protein.
Hemp seeds contain both soluble and insoluble fiber.
What’s the difference? Think of it this way: soluble fiber absorbs water and insoluble fiber does not.
Having BOTH in a foodstuff is especially health-boosting. Soluble fiber in hemp seeds could help your dog feel fuller for longer…potentially cutting down that pesky begging behavior. Soluble fiber also helps to add bulk to the stool, safeguarding against constipation. It is also a key player in slowing down diarrhea.
Hemp seeds contain an almost magical ratio of omega fatty acids (3:1), which is almost ideal for dogs. Omega-3 fatty acids found in hemp seeds provide a myriad of benefits, all of which stem from its anti-inflammatory properties.
Numerous vitamins and minerals are contained in each tiny little seed, including copper, manganese, potassium and iron, to name a few.
Hemp seeds also contain an impressive amount of vitamin E. Paired with its high level of zinc and omega-3 fatty acids, it is a go-to supplement for dogs with chronic skin problems or high levels of bodily inflammation.
Hemp powder is a common form of hemp in nutritional supplements. After harvest, the seeds are minimally processed and ground in their whole form. This means that the entire seed is ground and you don’t lose any of the beneficial properties that eating whole food provides. Often when seeds or grains are processed, helpful fiber is lost, but not with hemp powder.
Grinding makes hemp seed goodness more bioavailable for your dog to digest. The higher surface area of the powder makes it easier for your dog’s digestive enzymes to do their work. If the seeds were not ground, they would just “pass through”, acting more like an expensive fiber supplement.
Soluble fiber in ground hemp powder has more access to absorb water in the digestive tract, aiding ingested food’s digestion.
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All dogs can benefit from added hemp seed powder in their diets. It is especially important for dogs with certain health conditions to receive a highly digestible source of protein, fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. If your dog suffers from one of the following conditions, hemp seed powder could be beneficial:
While hemp seed powder is available online, it is best to buy it as an organic, combination product. Supplements that support general health or digestive health often contain hemp seed powder.
Combination supplements like Veterinary Naturals Hemp & Health have done all the leg-work for you. This product has the best of all worlds, especially if your dog suffers from poor digestion. The combination of highly digestible hemp powder, probiotics and ginger is dosed appropriately for dogs of all sizes for maximum benefit.
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