Sunday, May 30, 2010

Why Hemp Protein?

At the store, we often have people come in looking to supplement their diet with a protein powder. What many don't realize is that not all protein products are created equal. What I always recommend is organic hemp protein.


Hemp protein:

  • is a pure, raw source of complete protein
  • is very easy to digest
  • is a source of omega 3 & omega 6 essential fatty acids
  • supports your immune system
  • can easily be added to cereals, smoothies, and many, many recipes.


“Of the protein fraction of the total hempseed, 65%+ consists of globular edestin—this is the highest concentration found in nature. Edestin is considered by many scientists and researchers to be the most edible and easily digestible form of protein in the food chain.”*

Edestin is a plant globulin. Globulins are used by the body to manufacture hormones, antibodies, hemoglobin, and enzymes.

“Hempseed, unlike commonly available animal protein, is a pure, raw source of complete protein. It never needs to be cooked to kill bacteria, so all its vital components remain intact.”*

The other 35% of hemp protein is made up of albumin. Edestin and albumin are the super transporters of your body, carrying nutrients and antibodies throughout your body. “Eating hempseeds will ensure the immune system has the reservoir of globulin resources necessary to transport raw materials and support the immune system and immune response.”*

“Hempseed also contains the super anti-inflammatory essential fatty acid known as gamma linolenic acid (GLA).”*

Besides the multiple nutritional benefits, hemp is also a much more eco-friendly crop than many other protein products. Visit the Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance for more information.


At Quidditas, we are pleased to offer you Living Harvest hemp protein powder, and Vega, a delicious, nutrient plant-based meal replacement product that is high in hemp protein.

Be well!


*Source: “Longevity Now” by David Wolfe

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We stock only the highest quality bulk herbs, herbal medicinal teas, and green, black and white tea blends. All our herbs are organic and domestically sourced whenever possible. We've also got a wide variety of herbal tinctures from St. Francis Herb Farm and a few Bach flower remedies.


We carry all natural beauty products from Burt's Bees, Logona, Druide, Curelle, Geen Beaver, Weleda, Dr. Haushka and Jurlique. Our customers rave about our makeup lines from Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics, Lavera and Dr. Haushka. We love seeing new customers walk in the door and comment gleefully "It smells so good in here!" They are usually smelling our line of handmade goat's milk soaps. They are truly a delight!


If you are looking for vitamins, odds are we've got it. You'll find supplements and sports nutrition products from Sisu, Sequel (yes, we have Vega!) Natural Factors, Nordic Naturals, Flora, New Roots, New Chapter, Trophic, Wild Rose, and Renew Life, and professional products from Thorne, Genestra Seroyal, AOR, and Metagenics-- many of which you won't find at any other retail store in town!


Of course, we have homeopathic products from Boiron, Heel, Bach and others as well, and a whole line of products for your baby.


Thanh and Chris, our knowledgeable staff, are happy to assist you in any way they can.


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