CHANDLER, Ariz. - Feb. 1, 2006 - Isagenix is writing a new chapter of hemp's long history. The company recently introduced IsaFuel hulled hemp seed as an optimum food source for overall health-and especially for the health of one's heart. The hulled hemp seed contains all essential fatty acids, as well as a complete protein profile with all nine essential amino acids.
"We want people to use it to every day for health," said Isagenix Founder and Formulator John Anderson. "We want them to add it to their IsaLean Shakes, IsaLean Soups, salads, and yogurts."
Heart disease is still the no. 1 killer in North America. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), knowing good fats from bad fats is especially important for prevention or management of the disease. Hulled hemp seed is a rich source of mono-unsaturated and poly-unsaturated fats, including these essential fatty acids: omega-3, omega-6, and gamma-linolenic acid. The AHA confirms that these good fats may help lower blood cholesterol when used in place of bad fats, such as saturated fat and trans-fatty acids. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says that supportive but not conclusive research shows consumption of EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease [see nutrition information for fat content].
"There's a lot of interesting studies about essential fatty acids regarding its effects on heart disease and preventing heart disease," said Dennis Harper, D.O., a member of the Isagenix Medical Advisory Board. "The three-to-one mixture is important in hemp seed. It's a very good blend of omega-6s and omega-3s and an ideal ratio for people."
Isagenix recommends getting an ample amount of essential fatty acids daily and has produced another product in gel-caps for that purpose-Isagenix Omega 3.6.9. The IsaFuel hulled hemp seed is an additional valuable product for use with Isagenix Programs.
"We still recommend you take Omega 3.6.9 every day," said Isagenix VP of Marketing Rick Despain. "But make sure to use IsaFuel as a snack and as part of your balanced 400- to 600- calorie meals. Also, IsaFuel makes it easy for your children to get their essential fats and protein-which is important for the development of their little bodies."
"The nutritional properties in hemp seed are remarkable," added Anderson. "It also tastes great and is fun to eat right out of the container."