General Dosage
1-2 tablespoons (15-30 mL) daily with food, or 2-6g in capsule form
Maximum dose: 4 tablespoons/day (60 mL); higher doses may cause loose stools without additional benefit
Hemp Seed Oil Dosage Guide
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Dosage Recommendations
General recommendation: 1-2 tablespoons (15-30 mL) daily with food, or 2-6g in capsule form
Timing: With meals for optimal fatty acid absorption; can be divided into two doses (morning and evening) for GI tolerance • Take with food for best absorption.
Dosage by Condition
Atopic dermatitis / eczema
2 tablespoons (30 mL) daily for 20+ weeksEmerging
General skin health and hydration
1 tablespoon (15 mL) dailyEmerging
Cardiovascular support
1-2 tablespoons dailyEmerging
Systemic inflammation
1-2 tablespoons daily (providing ~1-2g GLA)Preliminary
| Condition | Recommended Dose | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Atopic dermatitis / eczema | 2 tablespoons (30 mL) daily for 20+ weeks | Emerging |
| General skin health and hydration | 1 tablespoon (15 mL) daily | Emerging |
| Cardiovascular support | 1-2 tablespoons daily | Emerging |
| Systemic inflammation | 1-2 tablespoons daily (providing ~1-2g GLA) | Preliminary |
Upper limit: 4 tablespoons/day (60 mL); higher doses may cause loose stools without additional benefit
Timing & Absorption
With meals for optimal fatty acid absorption; can be divided into two doses (morning and evening) for GI tolerance
Best taken with food for optimal absorption.
References
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