Establishing Limits for THC Content in Hemp-Derived Foods

Many foods are now being formulated to include oils and seeds from the hemp plant because of the favorable nutrient profile of these sources. Hempseeds, like most seeds, are a source of unsaturated fatty acids, including essential fatty acids as well as other nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals, fiber, and protein (Callaway et al. 2004). Marijuana and hemp come from the same species of plant, Cannabis sativa, but from different varieties or cultivars. Hemp, also called “industrial hemp,&…