# Organic Hempseed Snacks Nutiva Hempseed Can Be Enjoyed Out of the Bag or in Recipes By Meghan Young | Published 2014-12-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nutiva-hempseed References: [store.nutiva](https://store.nutiva.com/hempseed/) When people think of [hemp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victory-hemp-foods), it is often in terms of eco-friendly fabrics or recreational marijuana, yet Nutiva Hempseed shows that there are other parts of the plant that can be enjoyed on more than one level. Unshelled for easy consumption, Nutiva Hempseed is chock full of nutritional benefits that can really help improve a person's diet and lifestyle. Touted as the world's most nutritious seed, Nutiva Hempseed "is the richest known source of [polyunsaturated fats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chia-oil), containing a perfect 3:1 ratio of omega-6 linoleic acid and omega-3 linoleic acid," according to its website. A versatile food that can be eaten straight out of the bag as a snack or sprinkled on salad and put into other recipes, Nutiva Hempseed is a great alternative to [pine nuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cashewbased-snacks) and other similar options. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-friendly Food:** The rising demand for sustainable and environmentally-friendly food options presents an opportunity for the development of organic hempseed snacks. - **Nutritional Superfoods:** The trend towards healthier eating habits creates a market for nutrient-rich products like Nutiva Hempseed, which offers a wide range of health benefits. - **Alternative Ingredients:** The growing popularity of plant-based diets drives the need for innovative alternatives to traditional ingredients, making Nutiva Hempseed a disruptive innovation in the snacking and culinary industries. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Health Food:** The health food industry can capitalize on the popularity of organic hempseed snacks and cater to consumers seeking nutritious options. - **Snack Food:** The snack food industry can tap into the demand for healthier snacking alternatives by incorporating organic hempseed products like Nutiva Hempseed into their offerings. - **Culinary Arts:** The culinary industry can explore the use of Nutiva Hempseed as a versatile ingredient in various recipes, catering to the growing demand for plant-based and nutrient-rich meals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Seed-Based Snack Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superseed-snack-clusters.md) - [Grain-Only Hemp Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manitoba-harvest-roc-hemp-hearts.md) - [Nutritious Hemp-Powered Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hemperella-super-food.md) - [Nourishing Seed Blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantchi.md) - [Hemp-Powered Superfood Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hemp-juice-powder.md) - [Plant-Based Wellness Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aors-new-hemp-seed-oil.md) - [Coconut Milk Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coconut-milk-chocolate-bars.md) - [Hemp Protein Baking Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nepra-foods-hemp-protein.md) - [Superfood Smoothie Boosters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manitoba-harvest-hemp.md)