I would like to know about Flax seeds?!
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I just come from my naturopathic doctor and we just talked about this. I went there to get help in losing weight. She has put me on a whole bunch of supplements, and flaxseed is one of them. I am using the flaxseed meal (which is just the grounded seeds), and add it to my soy, fruit shake I make very day.
The great thing about the flaxseed meal is that it has both the oil and the gound seeds, and it is also way cheaper than just the oil. It is high in fiber and keeps your bowels moving, so you don't store up all the toxins and homones in your digestive system. You can get it at any health food store for about $2.30 CDN
Flaxseed oil is good for the heart because it is the richest source of alpha-linolenic acid. Lowers cholesterol, protect against heart disease and control high blood pressure. Several studies indicate that flaxseed oil, as well as ground flaxseeds, can lower cholesterol, thereby significantly reducing the risk of heart disease. Flaxseed oil may also have a protective effect against angina (chest pain) and high blood pressure.
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well they help in the digestive system and i used to drink that. it also helps for cholesterol and many other things.
I use flax seeds, the are an awesome, low calorie, easy to have around, and cheap way to get your omega 3 fatty acids, fiber, etc.
I put mine in a coffee grinder, and use them in cereal, oatmeal, soups, almost anything, i even put them in yougurt and ice cream. Heres a website that gives more details!
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http://www.wholehealthmd.com/refshelf/substances_view/1,1525,783,00.html#Health_Benefits
http://fatsthatheal.com/firstscreen.htm
Yes. Flax seeds are great- you can add them to oatmeal, and smoothies and everything. I crunch them down whole sometimes! They have a nutty flavor.
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