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New Year-New Start-New You (Flaxseed/Linseed Explained)

January 08, 2016

Flax_flowers You may have seen fitness guru's, foodies and instagram fitspo's adding Flaxseed in smoothies,green juices,cereals and soups.Flax is incredibly high in Omega 3, one of the most important fatty acids, Just two tablespoons contains more than 100%  of your recommended intake. Flaxseed, which has a nutty flavor, also is rich in fiber and lignan, an antioxidant that's been shown to protect against breast cancer. Flax (also known as common flax or linseed), with the binomial name Linum usitatissimum, is a member of the genus Linum in the family Linaceae. It is a food and fiber crop that is grown in cooler regions of the world. The textiles made from flax are known in the West as linen, and traditionally used for bed sheets, underclothes and table linen. The oil is known as linseed oil. In addition to referring to the plant itself, the word "flax" may refer to the unspun fibers of the flax plant. The plant species is known only as a cultivated plant,and appears to have been domesticated just once from the wild species Linum bienne, called pale flax. (wikipedia) flaxseed Flaxseed benefits for health: The therapeutic and health benefits of flax seeds are popular around the world.The health benefits of flax seeds come from the high amounts of fiber,antioxidants and omega 3 fatty acids present in it.A tablespoon of ground flaxseeds contains 2 grams of polyunsaturated fatty acids and 2 grams of fiber with just 37 calories. High in Phytochemicals and Antioxidants: Flaxseeds are one of the best sources of lignan,an estrogen-like chemical compound that scavenges the free radicals in the body. It contains 75-800 times more lignans than other plant-based foods.A 100 grams servings provides 0.3 grams of lignan.Lignans promote fertility and reduce the peri-menopausal syndrome.Flaxseeds have strong anti-inflmmatort and antioxidant properties,which mitigate and protect against pneumonopathy. Prevents Cancer: The antioxidants in flaxseeds provide protection from cancer and heart diseases.Recnt studies have concluded that flaxseeds can significantly lower the risk of developing breast,prostate and colon cancer.The lignans present in flaxseeds have antigenic properties.They prevent the tumours from forming new blood cells.The seeds contain ALA,an omega 3 fatty acid that inhibits tumour incidence and interferes with the growth and spread of cancer,Consumption of flaxseeds can also increase survival in breast cancer patients. ground-linseed Prevents Cardiovascular Diseases: The amino and omega 3 fatty acids in flaxseed can significantly lower high blood pressure.A diet rich in flaxseeds can prevent hardening of ther arteries.It also prevents the deposition of plaque in the arteries by keeping white blood cells from sticking to the blood vessels' inner linings.Lignans in flaxseed reduce the atherosclerotic plaque buildup by 75%.It is also useful in treating irregular heartbeat.The alpha linolenic acid in flaxseeds protects the blood vessels from inflammatory damage. Reduces High Cholesterol: Research has suggested that eating flaxseeds daily can reduce the cholesterol level significantly.It contains omega 3 fatty acids,fiber and lignan,which work together to reduce cholesterol.The low-density lipoprotein in the blood stream is often linked with heart diseases,obesity and metabolic syndrome. Controls Diabetes: Several researchers have concluded that daily intake of lignan-rich foods stabilizes blood sugar levels by improving insulin sensitivity.According to research,people who consumed flaxseeds for 12 weeks noticed a significant drop in their insulin resistance.This is due to the drop in oxidant stress caused by its high antioxidant levels. Fights inflammation: Inflammation is mostly caused due to the deficiency in omega-3 fatty acids.Omega 3 fatty acid is a key nutrient for fighting inflammation in the body.ALA and lignanas found in flaxseeds may reduce inflammation by blocking the release of certain pro-inflammatory agents.Consumption of flaxseeds increases the production of two other omega 3 fatty acids,namely eicosapentaenoic acid(EPA) and docosapentaenoic acid (DPA) which provide further inflammatory protection. Reduced Hot Flushes: A study published in 2007 found that consuming 2 tablespoons of ground flaxseeds in women could reduce their hot flushes by hald.Flaxseed is a potential aid in managing perimenopausal and post-menopausal symptoms.   Flaxseed is also amazing for the skin, it's oil contains several skin-friendly nutrients that can help to improve the health of the skin.Flaxseed oil is added to a a number of skin care products like shower gels,moisturizer and are packed with nutrients like protein,calcium,zinc,magnesium,iron and omega 3 fatty acids,which are required for the growth of your hair.A daily dose of flaxseeds can make your hair healthy,vibrant and strong. hair-care-tips  

 Flax Seeds

There are two types of flaxseeds-brown and golden.The nutritional profile of both the varieties is almost the same.Both varieties are easily available,they are mainly sold in bulk packages,whole flaxseeds last over a year if stored correctly.It is advisable to purchase whole flaxseeds and grind them into powder at home .The oil present in flaxseeds is highly unsaturated.this means that it can store rancid if stored incorrectly. Most nutritional experts recommended ground flaxseed over the whole ones.The whole flaxseed pass through the intestine undigested,preventing you from getting all the benefits.Flaxseeds need to be ground to make the nutrients available to the body. Ground flaxseed lose their nutritive value if exposed to air or sunlight.Store ground flaxseeds in the fridge to prolong its shelf life.   [shopify product=] [shopify product=] [shopify product=]      

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