Flax is a food and fiber crop cultivated in cooler
regions of the world. The textiles made from flax are known in the Western
countries as linen, and traditionally used for bed sheets,
underclothes, and table linen. The oil is known as Linseed Oil.
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| Flaxseeds |
Flaxseeds are small brown, tan or golden-colored seeds. They are
great source of dietary fiber; minerals like manganese, thiamine and magnesium; and
plant-based protein. Flax is one of the richest sources of plant
based omega-3 fatty acids, called Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), in the world. Flawxseeds
are also the no.1 source of lignans in the human diets; it contains about 7
times as many lignans as Sesame seed.
Flaxseeds can be eaten as whole/unground seeds or sprouted
or as powder form with other foods. Flaxseeds are used to make flaxseed oil,
which is easily digested and concentrated source of healthy fats.
Benefits of
Flaxseeds:
· * Flaxseeds are good sources of many nutrients like proteins,
vitamins, minerals, and fibers .
· *Due to presence of Omega-3 fatty acid, it helps to reduce cholesterol
level and lower the risk of stroke and heart attack.
· *Due to presence of lignans, it may reduce the risk of cancer.
· *Presence of fiber helps to improve our digestive health.
· *Flaxseeds have proven to lower blood pressure, especially
helpful for those with high blood pressure.
· *For vegetarians, it is alternative source of meat because it
contains high amount of proteins
· *It may lower blood sugar due to their insoluble fiber
content.
· *Flaxseeds keep you full longer, and may help in weight loss.
· *It helps to decrease menopausal and hormonal imbalance
symptoms.
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