- Pure, organic Hempseeds slowly milled into a raw, creamy butter
- High in dietary fibre - supports digestive health
- Naturally high in protein, vitamins, minerals and healthy fats
- Delicious and nutritious accompaniment to toast, crackers and can be used to thicken up smoothies
- Re-sealable air tight, glass jar.
- 100% pure ingredients, absolutely nothing added.
Organic Raw Hemp Seed Butter 250g from Indigo Herbs is a creamy and nutritious butter that is 100% vegan, raw, pure and free of any additives or preservatives. Organic Raw Hemp Seed Butter is naturally high in protein, fibre, vitamins, minerals and healthy fats. Spread lavishly on toast for a scrumptiously filling breakfast or snack or use to thicken up smoothies.
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With a pleasant nutty taste and crunchy texture, our Raw Organic Hemp Seed Butter is a super-nutritious addition to the breakfast table! Organic Hemp Seeds are slowly milled to ensure that none of the nutritional content is lost giving you a scrumptious buttery spread that is still jam packed with all the goodness of hemp. Hemp Seeds are a complete protein (containing all 9 of the essential amino acids) in highly digestible form - the two main proteins present are the high quality storage proteins edestin and albumin which are easily digested, contain nutritionally significant amounts of all the essential amino acids and are especially high in arginine. These storage proteins have a similar cellular structure to a protein manufactured in human blood which is why this hemp protein is so easily digestible making these seeds an excellent source of plant based protein for vegetarians and vegans. They also contain the essential fatty acids in the perfect ratio to meet human nutritional needs with a perfect balance of Omega 3 to Omega 6.
Hemp Seed Butter is a rich source of vitamins and minerals – high in vitamins E and D (in fact hemp is one of the few plant based sources of this important sunshine vitamin) and the essential minerals; iron, magnesium, phosphorus and zinc. Vitamin E is an important antioxidant whilst vitamin D is crucial to a healthy immune system.
Supercharge your breakfast or snacks by spreading this nutritionally dense butter on toast, biscuits, crackers or add to smoothies to give a lovely texture and taste.
Our Organic Raw Hemp Seed Butter can be spread on toast, bread, biscuits or anything you want. Also it can be used to thicken up smoothies and give a lovely texture and taste.
Serving:
Be as generous as you like and spread this lovely rich butter on thick!
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- Certified Organic by The Organic Food Federation
- Produced to GMP standards
- Quality Assured by Indigo Herbs
- Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
- 100% pure botanical ingredients, absolutely nothing added
This Organic Raw Hemp Seed Butter has been made with great care with a very slow milling/crushing process to avoid losing the nutritional value of the raw Hemp Seeds. The mills are not allowed to reach a temperature above 42°C to insure absolute freshness to this amazing raw butter. After the Hemp Seeds have been milled into a lovely gooey consistency, the butter is simply collected up and jarred. The Hemp Seed oils act as a natural preservative that keep the butter in perfect condition until the pot is opened. All the Hemp Seed used for this butter are certified Organic and tested to ensure that they are completely free of any foreign chemical or pollutant.
Proteins are a group of biological compounds which are present in every live cell, organ and tissue of the body. Meaning “first” or “of prime importance” in Greek, proteins participate in every cellular process occurring in the body. Proteins are made up of structures called amino acids, there are a total of 21 amino acids, 9 are essential, the rest are nonessential – you must consume the essential amino acids in your diet because your body cannot make them.
Dietary protein supports bone health in three main ways: by supplying the raw material required to construct soft bone matrix, by increasing plasma IGF1 and by promoting muscle growth and retention. IGF1 is a growth hormone that stimulates and increases the activity of osteoblasts (cells which secrete the substance of bone). It is especially important to ensure that children get enough protein since they are still developing and it is necessary to ensure their growth is unimpaired. Proteins play an important role in muscle contraction and coordination, they are present in the muscle tissues in the form of many microfilaments and provide muscle structure. Muscle growth depends on the adequacy of proteins in the body. Proteins function as building blocks for muscles, bones and cartilage, opt for a variety of whole foods to meet your protein needs including; grass fed meat and poultry, eggs, dairy, seeds, beans and nuts.
Protein contributes to:
· the maintenance of normal bones
· a growth in muscle mass
· the maintenance of muscle mass
· Protein is needed for normal growth and development of bone in children.
Vitamin D is a unique nutrient which is essential for a number of bodily functions. Commonly referred to as “the sunshine vitamin”, its active form called calcitriol behaves like a hormone in the body. Calcitriol facilitates calcium absorption in the intestines, maintains normal blood calcium levels and neuromuscular function. It is also called a “steroid vitamin” because it increases the metabolism and absorption of calcium and phosphorus which are two minerals essential to normal bone formation – throughout childhood the body uses these minerals to produce bones and teeth.
Receptors for this important hormone are found in virtually every type of cell and tissue in the body where the nutrient provides an essential key to accurate DNA and cellular replication. Research shows that vitamin D plays a crucial role in the health of the immune system due to its ability to regulate anti-bactericidal proteins and stimulating the production of potent anti-microbial peptides. Since human skin cells are able to manufacture vitamin D using certain wavelengths of UVB light, sunlight will always remain the greatest source of this essential vitamin, however, during the winter or for people living in low sunlight areas, much of our vitamin D must be obtained from food alone. Fortunately a small number of natural foods do contain respectable amounts of the all-important “sunshine vitamin” such as hemp seeds, cod liver oil, oily fish and eggs.
Vitamin D contributes to:
· the normal absorption/utilisation of calcium and phosphorus
· normal blood calcium levels
· the maintenance of normal bones
· the maintenance of normal muscle function
· the maintenance of normal teeth
· the normal function of the immune system
· Vitamin D has a role in the process of cell division
· Vitamin D is needed for normal growth and development of bone in children
Vitamin E is an umbrella term for a group of eight fat soluble compounds (tocopherols) that are found in a wide variety of wholefoods. These compounds, of which alpha-tocopherol is the most biologically active, have a number of functions in the body.
Vitamin E is an important antioxidant whose primary role in the body is to scavenge free radicals – these are rogue atoms or atomic groups that have lost at least one electron, forcing them to steal electrons from neighbouring molecules in the hope of stabilizing themselves. Whilst unsurprisingly this can cause havoc in the body, vitamin E has the ability to neutralize these free radicals thus protecting the cells from oxidative stress. Vitamin E deficiency is rare due to its ability, whilst working in concert with a number of other compounds (including vitamin C), to restore reduced levels of vitamin E in the body. The richest source of vitamin E is wheat germ, other foods that contain significant amounts include eggs, nuts, sunflower seeds, cold-pressed vegetable oils and avocados.
Vitamin E contributes to:
· the protection of cells from oxidative stress
· the regeneration of the reduced form of Vitamin E
Also known as thiamin, vitamin B1 is one of the eight water soluble vitamins in the vitamin B family. It is a vital human nutrient playing an important role in how we convert our food into energy – when we consume our food it is broken down into simpler units such as carbohydrates, fats and amino acids, vitamin B1 plays a crucial role in utilising these units to produce energy. This is especially true for cells in the brain where the energy demand is really high which is why it is also referred to as a “morale vitamin” for its positive effect on the nervous system and a healthy mental attitude!
Promoting the health of the nervous system, vitamin B1 helps in the proper development of the myelin sheaths around nerves, improving the body’s ability to withstand stress, it is often called the “anti-stress” vitamin and is also reported to improve the memory and powers of concentration. Thiamin is essential to the body’s cardiac heath, involved in blood formation and helping in the production of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine which is used to relay messages between the nerves and muscles to ensure proper cardiac function. Brewer’s yeast and liver are the richest sources of vitamin B1, however, spirulina, linseeds, rye, wheat germ and kidney beans are also important sources of this vitamin.
Vitamin B1 contributes to:
· normal energy-yielding metabolism
· the normal functioning of the nervous system
· normal psychological function
· the normal function of the heart
Potassium, the third most abundant mineral in the human body, is an essential mineral whose ions are vital for the functioning of all living cells! Potassium plays a role at both the cellular and electrical level – considered and electrolyte because it carries a tiny electrical charge – it is found in red blood cells, muscles and bones. Our bodies use potassium ions to conduct electrical impulses along muscle and nerve cells, it helps to boost the efficiency of nerve reflexes that transmit messages from one body part to another, this in turn helps in muscle contraction to perform various activities without tiring quickly.
Potassium also has vasodilating properties that work to relieve the tension of blood vessels which is one of the main causes of high blood pressure. It is helpful in reversing the role of sodium in unbalancing normal blood pressure thus acting as a vital component that maintains the normality of blood pressure in the human body. The importance of potassium should not be underestimated in your dietary plan, most famously found in bananas other rich sources of potassium include spinach, avocados and coconut water.
Potassium contributes to:
· normal functioning of the nervous system
· normal muscle function
· the maintenance of normal blood pressure
Next to calcium, phosphorus is the most abundant mineral in the body. In order to be properly utilised it must be in proper balance with calcium and magnesium in the blood, these are the two minerals it works in tandem with to create strong bones and teeth, also helping to lay the foundation of a strong skeletal structure. It is an essential part of our diet - especially as children when the most bone growth and development occurs. Both DNA and RNA contain phosphorus which make it important for cellular reproduction.
Phosphorus also contributes to the repair process and maintenance of various body cells which suffer from daily wear and tear, it makes up part of the phospholipids that surround cells - phospholipids help to protect and regulate what goes in and out of each cell. Phosphorus plays an essential role in how the body stores and uses energy, it aids in the process of energy extraction by stimulating the process of metabolism of different nutrients including niacin(B3) and riboflavin(B2), helping to maximise the uptake of these two vitamins in particular. The best sources for this mineral are chlorella, dairy, whole grains, legumes and nuts.
Phosphorus contributes to:
· the maintenance of normal bones
· the maintenance of normal teeth
· the normal growth and development of bone in children
· the normal function of cell membranes
· normal energy-yielding metabolism
The importance of magnesium ions for all life itself, as well as for overall vibrant health, is hard to overstate. Frequently referred to as the “miracle mineral”, magnesium is required to give the “spark of life” to metabolic functions involving the creation of energy and its transport, the creation and synthesis of proteins and is involved in literally hundreds of enzymatic reactions - it activates the enzymes that make copies of DNA and RNA making it essential in the process of cell division.
Roughly half of your body’s magnesium is stored in your bones and acts as a cofactor with calcium and vitamin D to maintain and strengthen the bone structure and teeth (your teeth can only form hard enamel from calcium if magnesium is available). It also works, again in concert with calcium, to regulate electrical impulses in the cells. Cellular calcium channels allow the mineral to enter the cell only as long as needed to conduct an impulse, it is ushered out immediately by magnesium once its task is fulfilled, operating as a natural calcium channel blocker and responsible for relaxation, magnesium is pivotally important to the functioning of the parasympathetic nervous system. Both magnesium and calcium are intimately involved with muscle function (magnesium relaxes, calcium contracts) with frequent muscle cramps being a symptom of a deficiency in magnesium. If magnesium is severely deficient, the brain is particularly affected as magnesium is crucial to the production of neurotransmitters and the integrity of the blood brain barrier and therefore is needed to maintain normal psychological function. The best food sources of magnesium include; avocados, chia and hemp seeds, sesame seeds, raw cacao and raw chocolate, sprouted nuts/seeds, sea vegetables (such as kelp and nori), raw green vegetables and grass fed dairy products.
Magnesium contributes to:
· a reduction of tiredness and fatigue
· electrolyte balance
· normal energy yielding metabolism
· normal functioning of the nervous system
· normal muscle function
· normal protein synthesis
· normal psychological function
· the maintenance of normal bones
· the maintenance of normal teeth
· Magnesium has a role in the process of cell division
Iron is needed for a number of highly complex processes that continuously take place in the body on a molecular level and that are indispensable to human life. Formation of haemoglobin is the chief function of this mineral – this is the primary protein found in red blood cells and represents about two thirds of the body’s iron. Haemoglobin binds to the oxygen molecules that you breathe in from the air and releases them into your tissues. The brain receives around 20% of the blood oxygen and a proper flow of blood to the brain can stimulate cognitive activity and help to create new neural pathways, it is especially important that children consume enough iron in their diet – iron deficiency in the first two years of a child’s life is associated with delayed cognitive and psychomotor development.
Ribonucleic reductase is an iron dependant enzyme that is required for DNA synthesis (cell division), thus iron is required for a number of functions including healing and immune function - red blood cells are necessary for providing oxygen to damaged tissues, organs and cells. Iron is also involved in food metabolism and is a cofactor and activator for some enzymes which play key roles in energy production and metabolism. If iron stores are low symptoms can include tiredness, fatigue and dizziness. Dietary iron has two forms, heme (animal based) and non-heme (plant based), important sources are; grass fed beef, oysters, spinach, lentils and beans.
Iron contributes to:
· normal cognitive function
· normal energy-yielding metabolism
· normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin
· normal oxygen transport in the body
· normal function of the immune system
· the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
· normal cognitive development of children
· Iron has a role in the process of cell division
Zinc is a metal that functions as an essential nutrient in the body, it is found in every cell and has been used since ancient times, with Ayurvedic texts dating as far back as the 14th century recommending its application in various forms. Although only required in limited amounts, zinc supports important bodily processes like strengthening the immune system – your body needs zinc to make T-cells, a type of white blood cell that fights off foreign invaders in your bloodstream. With antioxidant properties, zinc helps to protect the cells in the body from damage by free radicals and supports the catalytic activity of various enzymes essential in DNA synthesis and cell division. In males, zinc assists in spermatogenesis (the production of mature spermatozoa) and is a critical mineral for robust testosterone levels, in females it aids in all the reproductive phases including the birth and lactation stages.
Zinc is an essential component of over 300 enzymes participating in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fatty acids, proteins and other macronutrients and has a regulatory role in vitamin A transport mediated through protein synthesis. The intake of zinc has a positive influence on bone mass, it is an important cofactor in the stimulation of bone building osteoblasts (cells that synthesize bone), it accelerates the renewal of skin cells and it is essential for healthy nails and shiny hair. Zinc is vital for vision with high concentrations found in the retina and may also protect from night blindness and prevent the development of cataracts. This super nutrient also plays a crucial role in memory formation and cognitive stability, ensuring a proper intake of zinc is an important step towards optimal brain function. Topping the list of zinc rich foods are oysters, however seeds such as chia, sunflower, hemp and pumpkin are also rich sources of this important mineral.
Zinc contributes to:
· normal DNA synthesis
· normal acid-base metabolism
· normal carbohydrate metabolism
· normal cognitive function
· normal fertility and reproduction
· normal macronutrient metabolism
· normal metabolism of fatty acids
· normal metabolism of Vitamin A
· normal protein synthesis
· the maintenance of normal bones
· the maintenance of normal hair
· the maintenance of normal nails
Vitamin B2, also known as riboflavin, is a water soluble vitamin. It is one of the eight B vitamins that are essential for human health and is found in a variety of foods, both plant based and animal based, and is not lost in cooking like many of the other vitamins. Vitamin B2 is critical to the breakdown of dietary carbohydrates, fats and proteins into energy that you can use. Without adequate riboflavin in the diet the enzymes involved in energy production do not function optimally which can lead to tiredness and stress.
Working in tandem with other B vitamins, vitamin B2 helps to protect the nervous system and plays an important role in saving your body from oxidative stress caused by free radicals, serving as a component of the enzyme glutathione reductase which helps to neutralize free radicals. Essential for the formation of fresh red blood cells, vitamin B2 also interacts with iron which is used to synthesize haemoglobin, allowing your body to get the oxygen rich blood needed to perform the daily functions of life. Along with vitamin A, riboflavin also helps to maintain the mucous membranes in the digestive system. Playing a major role in ensuring healthy corneas, perfect vision and radiant skin, vitamin B2 is best consumed as nature intended! Dietary sources rich in this important vitamin include; dark leafy green vegetables, barleygrass, mushrooms, avocados, dairy products and wild rice.
Vitamin B2 contributes to:
· normal energy yielding metabolism
· the normal functioning of the nervous system
· the maintenance of normal mucous membranes
· the maintenance of normal red blood cells
· the maintenance of normal skin
Vitamin B3, also known as niacin, is an essential nutrient that must be provided for in your diet. The health benefits of niacin are primarily derived from its use in producing a coenzyme called nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide or NAD, with one of the most important health benefits being its role in producing energy from dietary carbohydrates and fats. Vitamin B3 seems to have a particularly potent role in maintaining mental agility and is important for the proper functioning of all cells including the cells of the brain and the nervous system - it acts as a powerful antioxidant in brain cells. When the nervous system is working properly symptoms such as anxiety and mood swings can be prevented, even a slight deficiency in vitamin B3 can cause physical and mental fatigue.
The most common symptom of niacin deficiency involves the skin with a severe deficiency leading to dermatitis and a condition called “pellagra” where a thick scaly rash develops in areas exposed to sunlight. If pellagra is left untreated it can perturb the mucous membranes of the mouth and tongue making them red and swollen. Vitamin B3 is found abundantly in chia seeds with just 100 grams providing approximately 55% of daily required levels. Other good sources include sesame and sunflower seeds, nuts and nut butters, capers and brewer’s yeast.
Vitamin B3 contributes to:
· normal energy-yielding metabolism
· normal functioning of the nervous system
· normal psychological function
· the maintenance of normal mucous membranes
· the maintenance of normal skin
· the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
Nutritional info | Per 100g | Serving 15g | Serving %RDA* |
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Daily Portion in grams | 15 | ||
Energy KJ/Kcal | 2072KJ/495Kcal | 311KJ/74Kcal | 3.70% |
Fat | 44.0g | 6.6g | 9.43% |
of which saturates | 5.0g | 0.8g | 1.07% |
Carbohydrate | 4.3g | 0.6g | 0.25% |
of which sugars | 1.8g | 0.3g | 0.30% |
Protein | 31.0g | 4.7g | 9.30% |
Dietary Fibre | 8.0g | 1.2g | |
Salt | 9.00mg | 1.35mg | 0.02% |
Vitamin D | 0.06mg | 0.01mg | 180.00% |
Vitamin E | 9.50mg | 1.43mg | 11.88% |
Vitamin B1 | 1.38mg | 0.21mg | 18.82% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.33mg | 0.05mg | 3.54% |
Vitamin B3 | 2.50mg | 0.38mg | 2.34% |
Potassium | 1120.00mg | 168.00mg | 8.40% |
Phosphorus | 1160.00mg | 174.00mg | 24.86% |
Magnesium | 262.00mg | 39.30mg | 10.48% |
Iron | 4.70mg | 0.71mg | 5.04% |
Zinc | 11.50mg | 1.73mg | 17.25% |