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What is hemp protein?

Hemp protein is made by pressing the oil from hemp seeds and milling what remains. It supplies around 50 per cent protein by weight, noticeably lower than pea or whey, with the balance made up largely of fibre and residual fats including a useful amount of omega-3 and omega-6.

It is best understood as a whole food powder rather than a protein isolate. The fibre content is high, which suits people wanting that and bothers those who do not, and the flavour is distinctly earthy and nutty. Hemp is also a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids, though it is lower in lysine than pea, which is why it is often blended rather than used alone.

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How it is usually used

One scoop blended into a smoothie rather than shaken in water, since hemp is coarse and does not dissolve smoothly. It works well in oats, baking and smoothie bowls where the earthy flavour suits the other ingredients. Many people use it alongside pea protein rather than instead of it.

Frequently asked questions

Will hemp protein show up on a drug test?

Food grade hemp products sold in Australia are made from seed and are required to contain only negligible THC. They are not intended to cause a positive result. If you are subject to workplace or sport testing, raise it with your testing authority, since policies differ and the responsibility sits with you.

Is hemp protein a complete protein?

Yes, it contains all nine essential amino acids. It is relatively low in lysine compared with pea protein, so blending the two gives a better overall profile than either alone. Many plant protein blends include hemp for exactly that reason.

Why is the protein content lower than other powders?

Because it is minimally processed. Hemp protein is what remains after the oil is pressed from the seed, so it retains fibre and some fat rather than being filtered to isolate the protein. You get around 50 per cent protein by weight, with fibre and omega fats making up much of the rest.

Why does hemp protein taste so earthy?

That is the seed itself, and the fibre and residual oils that come with minimal processing. It suits chocolate, banana, peanut butter and date based smoothies far better than being shaken in plain water.

Is hemp protein good for building muscle?

It will contribute, though it is not the most efficient choice per scoop given the lower protein content and the lysine shortfall. For muscle specifically, a pea and rice blend or a whey protein delivers more protein per serve. Hemp suits people who want the fibre and fats alongside the protein.

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Last reviewed: 10 October 2026