037: Hemp Meat Alternative — A Regenerative Way to Eat Healthy and Save the Earth with Braelyn Davis

<p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">“The more we utilize hemp, the better off we’ll be tomorrow— because it replenishes itself and the soil in the air.  So the more it's utilized, the more we alleviate the stresses on the planet in different places.”  </span></em></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">-Braelyn Davis</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hemp is one of the most versatile plants on Earth. It can be used to make everything from paper and clothing, to fuel and plastic. It grows quickly, uses less water, prevents soil erosion, is pest resistant (no chemicals needed), drought tolerant, and reduces the carbon dioxide in the air. These characteristics make hemp a sustainable option for farmers who want to produce healthy crops without harming their land or water supply.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The benefits don't stop there! Food-grade hemp is also a nutritional powerhouse. It contains all nine essential amino acids, as well as protein, iron, potassium and magnesium—all of which are essential for proper bodily function. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In this episode, Justine and</span> <a href="https://planetbasedfoods.com/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Planet Based Foods</span></a> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">Co-Founder and CEO, Braelyn Davis, discuss how creating plant-forward products can build new pathways to sustainably feed people with nutritious foods while helping the earth regenerate. Braelyn also shares how to build a system for more efficient production, three factors to consider before diving into the plant-based space, the characteristics that an entrepreneur needs to possess, and what our role is in the regenerative movement. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Meet Braelyn Davis: </strong></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">With a background in nutrition and wellness, Davis realized the potential to establish food-grade hemp as a nutrient-dense, sustainable protein source while working on the leading edge