Hemp Powder: How It Tastes And What’s Actually In It?

What is it?

If someone asked you to describe what you thought hemp powder was, your answer would probably go something like: “Some powder made from Indian hemp?” If you said this, you’d be right…up to a point. Hemp powder is indeed a powder gotten from a hemp-related substance, but it’s not from the hemp plant itself.

It’s actually gotten by grinding hemp seeds into a fine powder. It’s ridiculously rich in protein and is being used by bodybuilders, athletes, and people who are trying to gain some weight. The amount of protein in it makes it suitable for building body mass and adding a couple of pounds of muscle.

It’s particularly favored among vegetarians for the same purpose. It’s a meat-free, plant-based source of protein, and we all know how difficult those are to come by.

What does it taste like?

Hemp powder is gotten by crushing hemp seeds, so it tastes relatively the same as you might expect seeds to taste. There’s an earthy, nutty taste to it, and let’s not sugarcoat it, you might not like it. We all want things that taste good. That’s why there are so many fast-food delivery services around. The fact that hemp powder doesn’t have a desirable taste is something that might turn you off.

Besides not being taste-friendly, it also has a little bit of a gritty texture. But then, to be honest, no one takes hemp powder because they want to taste something sweet. It has a more functional purpose, like helping you add weight and muscle bulk, and keeping your energies up.

The good thing is you can blend it up, add it to your smoothies and shakes, and forget all about the taste. It won’t matter when the proteins hit your bloodstream and get to work anyway.

What’s in it?

As we already discussed, hemp powder is quite rich in proteins. It’s so rich that it contains all nine essential amino acids that our bodies need from food. This means you can pretty much forget about protein supplements when you’re taking hemp powder.

Besides protein, hemp powder is also rich in fiber. Our bodies need fiber to aid digestion and make sure our digestive systems work like they’re supposed to. Generally, animal proteins are much easier for our bodies to digest than plant proteins, but not so with the proteins in hemp powder, thanks to its fiber content. Research shows that 91% to 98% of the proteins in it are digestible.

What does it do?

You already know that hemp powder is rich in protein, which can help you build muscle bulk and supply your body with necessary amino acids. However, did you know it’s also rich in unsaturated fats and antioxidants?

Unsaturated fats are considered “good fats” that have been shown to help promote good cardiac health. The antioxidants help protect our bodies from oxidative damage. What this means is that there are chemicals called free radicals in the body that tend to bind to tissues and cause damage over time. Antioxidants like the ones found in hemp powder bind to these free radicals and eliminate them from the body.