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He said that the hemp seeds are filled with protein, which makes them ideal for post-workout recovery.

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Intrigued, I decided to do a little reconnaissance.

But you dont have to follow a vegan diet to enjoy the benefits of eating hemp seeds.

Why be constrained by silly labels?

Today, this very tall annual plant (it can reach heights up to 23 feet!)

And heres a cute tidbit you may love: theyre often also called hemp hearts.

Jokes aside, the benefits of eating hemp seeds are seriously impressive.

As for what to eat them with, thats up to you.

Theyre also tasty sprinkled over salads, pasta dishes, vegetables, grain bowls, and soup.

Or, mix some into your sauces and dressings.

Another option to enjoy the benefits of hemp hearts is to consume them in the form of oil.

With a hazelnut-like flavor, its especially tasty when drizzled over salads, pasta, risottos, and soups.

Its a fancy way of saying you should verify you buy organic, he says.