Understanding Healthy Fats vs Unhealthy Fats Believe it or not, avoiding dietary fats can actually contribute to weight gain. Sounds counterintuitive, right? There’s real science behind this statement. Understanding healthy fats vs unhealthy fats is key. You should not be eliminating fats; you should be eating the right balance of proper fats (which means foods […]
What gives this Hemp Protein Smoothie the Zing? This hemp protein smoothie uses ginger root to give it the zing! Ginger has a warm, spicy, slightly sweet flavor. I love the tang and use it in other recipes and meat dishes. More than taste, fresh ginger root offers a wide range of health benefits The […]
The Benefits of Fiber and Your Gut’s Health One of the benefits of fiber is that it can help your brain. Your gut and your brain have a strong connection. It’s called the gut brain axis. Have you noticed when you get hungry, you tend to get grumpy, or maybe you can’t think straight? This […]
Banana Hemp Protein Muffins to the Rescue for Breakfast When I discovered the nutrition in hemp seeds and hemp protein in 2008, figuring out how to start eating it was a bit of a mind thumper. I had purchased a package of hemp protein powder at a small festival. The nutrition caught my eye. I […]
This hemp oatmeal cake is incredibly moist, with a subtle hint of spice and a golden topping of toasted coconut. It’s a beloved favorite in our family—and for good reason. As a kid, it was my all-time favorite treat. The original recipe came from one of my mother’s dear friends back in the early 1960s. […]
Our Dark Chocolate Hemp Protein Smoothie is perfect anytime, but especially when it’s cooler out. Dark chocolate can be comforting when it’s cold, verses fruits and berries, which tend to please the palate during spring and summer months. I use a combination of hemp protein powder and hemp hearts in whatever smoothie or shake I […]
Ounce per ounce, hemp seeds are one of the most nutrient dense foods you can eat! If you’re not including hemp seeds in your daily diet you’re missing out. They’re easy to add to any meal or snack. Hemp seeds are considered an anti inflammatory food. In a short time, you’ll find your body will […]
Buckeye balls are such a fun treat that the whole family will enjoy. It’s a great activity to keep kids busy and entertained, and you can give them the task while you need to get some things done. Our favorite way to make buckeye balls is with our Soft & Chewy Protein Bar Mix. This […]
Hempcrete blocks are growing in use for buildings and homes. Here at Better Option Foods, you know we LOVE hemp. In addition to the superb nutrition, hemp can be used in so many ways that benefit our environment. We have been learning more about how hemp can help the environment and wanted to share about […]
Vegan protein bars are usually bland, filled with sugar, and do not actually offer a whole lot of protein. We are here to change that! Better Options SuperSEED Raw Protein Bar is unlike any other vegan protein bar on the market. Made with hemp, it is nutritiously superior to most. Each serving contains 12 grams […]
