Archive for July 6th, 2009
As one of the earliest domesticated plant, hemp has many uses in our society. While it is, of course, associated with marijuana, it is therefore on the receiving end of many drug-related jokes. But hemp is always used for industrial, non-drug uses. To that end, hemp often creates products in a much more natural and less carcinogenic manner. One of the major examples is hemp paper. While tree-based paper releases dangerous byproducts, the same cannot be said of hemp paper.
Hemp is also associated with a more eco-friendly plastic, food, fuel, and even textiles. This last category is particularly prevalent. To that end, hemp is used in tee-shirts, shorts, and many other kinds of clothing. There are even hemp purses for the stylish and eco-conscious individual. And these particular individuals can even apply hemp cosmetics after sporting that stylish hemp bag.