Benefits of FlaxseedsFlaxseeds are small seeds that come from the flax plant. They are very nutritious and can do wonders for your health if you eat them often. Here are some ways you can benefit from flax seeds:  They are high in fiber. That makes them an ideal dietary supplement if your suffer from constipation or hemorrhoids. They provide you with nutrients such as...
They are high in antioxidants and phytochemicals which help to protect you against disease. They can provide you with omega-3 essential fatty acids. For a more concentrated does of omega-3’s you can try flaxseed oil. The nutrients and essential fatty acids found in flaxseeds are great for promoting natural beauty. They will help you to have hair that is healthy, shiny, and that grows! They will also help you to have soft healthy skin and healthier nails. They are high in lignans. Lignans are hormone-like substances called phytoestrogens. You can get lignans in other food sources (e.g. sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, etc.). Lignans help to balance out your hormones and get rid of any excess hormones in your blood. If you’re trying to get pregnant, lignans can be a big help because they promote normal ovulation. If you’re past menopause, lignans can help protect you from cardiovascular disease which is more common in women who are post-menopausal. Studies show that lignans help to protect you against breast, uterine, and colon cancers. It also helps to protect men from prostate cancer. If you suffer from degenerative diseases such as arthritis or diabetes, the lignans and omega-3 essential fatty acids in these seeds can help afford you some much needed relief. How Much Should I Take?A standard dose for an average adult is between 1 and 2 tablespoons. If you’ve never had flaxseeds before and are not used to a high fiber diet, then try adding them to your diet slowly. If you try to eat too much at once, it may cause gas and bloating. Start with 1/2 to 1 tsp and work your way up to the dose you feel is best for your individual needs. Getting More Into Your DietFlaxseeds have a pleasant nutty taste. Adding them to your diet should be fairly simple. If you’ve tried them and do not like the flavor for whatever reason, then try adding a small amount at a time until you get used to it. Keep reading for more suggestions. The best way to eat these seeds is to grind them up before you eat them. That will make them much easier for you to digest. If you eat them whole, they will just pass through your gut and you will not get much benefit from them. You can buy seeds that are already ground up. It may be more convenient, but I don’t recommend it. Once the seeds have been cracked open, the natural oil in them can start to go rancid very quickly. If the ground flax meal has been sitting on the store shelf for a long time, buying it won’t do you much good. The best way to have control over the freshness is to use a coffee grinder or blender to grind up small quantities as you need them. The coffee grinder is much easier than the blender and it’s much easier to clean too. If you do grind up more than you need for your daily use, put the remainder in an airtight container and store it in the fridge or freezer. That will prevent them from going rancid. Here are some ideas for how you can get more ground flaxseeds into your diet:
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