Yes, hops are famous the world over for making beer. But hops also contain important healing attributes.

Here are 4 facts about this ancient herb that you might not know:

1. Hops contain 67% protein.
2. Archeological evidence confirms hops have been used for making beverages for over 10,000 years.
3. Hops increase the activity of the neurotransmitter y-aminobutryic (GABA), inhibiting the Central Nervous System (CNS) and thereby, supporting sleep.
4. A close relative to cannabis, hops can be smoked. But it will only make you sleepy as it does not contain the enzyme found in cannabis for converting phytochemicals into active THC or CBD, the compounds associated with getting high.

Find out more about this important healing herb.