Functional and Bioactive Characterization of Hemp Cake Proteins and Polyphenols from Non-Psychoactive Cannabis sativa (2025)

The agro-industrial residue known as hemp cake, derived from non-psychoactive Cannabis sativa L., represents a sustainable alternative for the development of protein-rich ingredients. In Ecuador, particularly in Bolívar Province, this by-product has been underutilized. However, similar challenges in