Why is hemp seed oil better than other oil supplements for obtaining EFA essential fatty acids?
Hemp oil contains more EFA essential fatty acids than flax; it is free of potential toxic contaminants (fish oil has high levels of mercury and pesticides); it provides the perfect 3:1 EFA essential fatty acid proportions needed by the body. Hemp has a perfect balance of Omega 3 and Omega 6 EFAs. Not having this perfect ratio can in the long run (i.e. a year or longer), taking exclusively Flax oil, can leave you deficient in Omega 6’s. Hemp oil doesn’t have this problem as it already has the perfect ratio. The only down side is that taking Hemp oil/seeds can theoretically lead to a positive drug test for marijuana, because of the minute amount of trace compounds present in the oil. If you have a job which requires drug testing, then it is probably a good idea to avoid Hemp oil for this reason. Hemp oil can be substituted for flax oil in any regime. Serving of hemp seed oil you will get: Omega 6 – 7 grams Omega 3 – 2.4 grams GLA – 2 grams Vitamins A, D, C, and E Chlorophyll Rich in Anti
