Reviewed by Anna Hays, age 18


Hemp has major appeal. Not just because it is a tasty food, but for many other reasons as well. For starters, it is one of the most ecological crops known to man. The plants require little irrigation and zero pesticides or herbicides. While the fibers of the hemp plant can be used for clothing, paper, and other materials, the seeds can be eaten, and pressed into perhaps the healthiest oil on the planet. If required, the hemp plant could sustain us on many levels.

Nutiva brand provides us with the finest hemp seeds, hemp oil, hemp protein powder, hemp/flax bars, and hemp seed butter. The hemp seed butter is delicious, organic and cold-processed. I tried it for the firs time recently and it definitely had a unique flavor. I could taste the nutrients in it. It reminded me of the healthy snacks that my mom would provide for me as a child. For someone whose nut butter experience lies in a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, the flavor of hemp butter may be too foreign. However, for those interested in getting a perfect balance of omega 3, 6 and 9 essential fatty acids, amino acids (the building blocks of protein), and a robust nutty flavor all in one, I would recommend hemp butter without hesitation.

On a vegan diet, I say get as much raw hemp products in your diet as possible! The hemp seed is an amazing superfood. David Wolfe devotes an entire chapter to hemp seeds in his book Eating for Beauty. Nutiva hemp butter can be used in smoothies, nut mylks, salad dressings, soups, and even treats! I like mixing hemp butter with goji berries, shredded coconut and cocoa chips for an explosive snack packed with vitamins, minerals, healthy fats and proteins. When making smoothies or nut mylks, I also like to throw in a tablespoon of hemp butter to thicken it up and add creaminess. Hemp butter will add a subtle power to your food. You must try it to fully experience the wonders of hemp.

The future truly lies in using more hemp products, from hemp clothes to hemp foods. Nutiva supports Mother Earth by donating 1% of their sales to groups involved with sustainable agriculture. They have contributed nearly 20,000 dollars so far! Nutiva hemp seed butter is the most delicious way to start making a difference.