About this item Great tasting Hemp Hearts have a slightly nutty taste, similar to a sunflower seed or pine nut Simply sprinkle on salad, cereal, granola, oatmeal & yogurt, add to smoothies and recipes or eat straight from the package Contains more protein and omegas and less carbs than the same serving of Chia or Flax During the summer months products may arrive warm but Amazon stores and ships products in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations, when provided.