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Hemp Milk Nutrition & A Hemp Milk Recipe

My favourite milk-alternative, and definitely one of the easiest to make at home! This homemade hemp milk recipe is as simple as adding hemp hearts to water, blending, and then done! I have compiled a few of my top hemp milk nutrition facts, and tips and tricks to make the perfect glass of homemade hemp milk at home.

If you haven’t already heard, the new Canadian Food Guide draft is out and it’s down one food group – dairy. With more and more people becoming environmentally conscious, dairy has taken a back seat. There is a growing number of milk alternatives available – rice, almond, buckwheat, quinoa, pea, soy – though each pre-packaged milk alternative comes with its pros and cons. We have seen hemp hearts back on the Canadian market since 1998 and if you haven’t considered hemp milk yet now is the time! This homemade Hemp Milk Recipe is packed full of protein and essential omega-3 fatty acids. Bonus points for simplicity – no straining required.
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Peanut Butter Hemp High Protein Ball Recipe

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This peanut butter hemp high protein ball recipe is perfect for when you need something satisfying but also super tasty. Make a big batch of these energy balls and freeze them for later, so you always have access to a healthy high protein snack.

Most people would benefit from eating more foods that stabilize blood sugar levels. Not only is this important for people with diabetes, but having large fluctuations in blood sugars can contribute to changes in mood, fatigue and productivity in non-diabetics. Nutritionally, one message always stays the same – for a more stable blood sugar level, combine your carbohydrates, or sugar, with a protein source. These peanut butter hemp high protein balls are simple to make, containing only five ingredients! With 6 grams of protein per energy ball, they are the perfect snack portion for busy people who want a healthy snack on the go.
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High Protein Omelette with Cottage Cheese, Kale and Mushrooms

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A high protein omelette with cottage cheese offering over 30 grams of protein per serving and only 360 calories. Filled with high-quality protein and healthy fats, have it as a simple breakfast or a post-workout snack.

With plenty of experience taking diet histories from clients, one that I know for sure is that it is hard to get enough protein in at breakfast! Research has shown that our body utilizes protein best when it is spread out evenly throughout the day – we don’t do so well if we try to eat all of our protein in one sitting (ie dinner). Depending on our body weight, we might need anywhere from 20 grams to 30 grams of protein per meal. This High Protein Omelette with Cottage Cheese, Kale and Mushrooms is an easy way to get our protein intake up.
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