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Golden Flax Seeds Nutritional Value
| Heart – Healing Omega 3 & Omega 6 (Essential Fatty Acids)
Colon Cleansing Fiber
Immune-Enhancing Lignans! Just a 1/4 cup of Golden Flax Seed contains as many lignans as ... .....90 pounds of cabbage Nutritionally, flax seed provides the essential omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid, and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) that has a beneficial role in brain and vision development in babies. University research suggests that flax seed can have a wide range of biological and metabolic effects in humans, and can be useful in the treatment and prevention of disease and maintenance of optimal health. Fiber: Flax seed contains both soluable and insoluble fiber. Studies have found soluable fiber in flax seed can help lower cholesterol and stabilize blood sugar levels. Two thirds of the fiber in flax seed is insoluble and this aids digestion by increasing bulk and reducing the time that waste remains in the body. These characteristics seem to have a role in protecting against cancer. Fiber enhances our body's ability to use other dietary nutrients and goes through our digestive tract almost completely undigested. Once it reaches the colon and/or the large intestine, fiber is then broken down. Insoluable fiber is helpful in maintaining regularity and protects against bowel cancer. American Institute for Cancer Research, Mayo Clinic Dietitian - Facts on Flax
Lignans: The phytoestrogens (phyto=plant) called LIGNANs, bind to estrogen receptors in the body and may have a role in preventing hormonally related cancers of breast, endometrium and prostrate. They are molecules with anti-cancer, anti-viral, and anti-bacterial properties. Flax seeds are the richest source of lignans, containing “75-800 times that of 66 other plants.” American Institute for Cancer Research, Mayo Clinic Dietitian - Facts on Flax Diets high in lignans and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) enter the disgestive tract and convert bacteria into phytoestrogens that may block the growth of hormone related cancers especially breast and colon tumors. All of which just might translate into increased health benefits in the areas of heart disease, memopause symptoms, arthritis and breast, colon and prostate cancers. Vitamins and Minerals: The vitamins and minerals found in flax seeds are zinc, iron, vitamin E, carotene, B-group vitamins, magnesium, calcium, sulfur, potassium, phosphorous, manganese, silicon, copper, nickel, molybdenum, chromium, and cobalt. Protein: For every 100 grams of flax seeds = 25-30 grams of protein, which is great considering the other nutrients you get along with this.
Fat: Flax seed is one of the best sources for alpha linolenic acid that is both an essential fatty acid and an Omega 3 fatty acid. Researchers are interested in Omega 3 fatty acids for their role in reducing risk factors of heart disease and stroke (regulation of cholesterol, triglycerides, blood pressure, blood clotting), immune and inflammatory disorders. How to use Omega Golden Flax Seed? The best way is to grind the seeds, stir into a glass of juice or water, add to smoothies, yogurt, cereal, pasta, vegetables, apple sauce, cottage cheese -- basically just about any food or drink! Start with 1 tablespoon and work up to3 tablespoons of seed and then grind it. Take the time to let your body adjust and work up to ¼ cup a day of ground flax seed. Listen to your body and determine what is the best timeframe for you. - Shelf life of whole flax seed is several years at room temperature in cool, dry storage
Low Carb & Heart Healthy! The National Cancer Institute identified flax as a food product that has potential cancer fighting properties. Flax seed contains 27 identifiable cancer preventive compounds. Golden Flax Seeds Nutritional Value - Increases metabolic rate – helps with weight loss Health Benefits Reported In Scientific Literature - Reduces LDL cholesterol & triglycerides - may reduce heart arrhythmia during "coronary events" (Bierenbaum & Alexander) North Dakota Organically Grown Flax Golden flax more nutritious than standard brown flax variety. More... Health Conditions that have shown positive results from using flax hull lignans... |