BENEFITS OF FLAX SEEDS

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With its crunchy consistency, mild nutty flavour and crispness flaxseed is a very versatile ingredient that can enhance the taste and texture of almost any recipe while providing numerous health benefits.

Loaded with Nutrients:

Flaxseed is one of the world’s oldest known crops which is grown in two types, golden and brown and both are nutritious.It is rich in protein, fiber, a number of beneficial vitamins and minerals, as also Omega -3 fatty acids. Flaxseed is particularly rich in thiamine, a B vitamin crucial in energy metabolism and cell function. The copper present in flaxseed, helps iron metabolism, immune health and the development of the brain.

May Lower Cholesterol Levels:

According to study flaxseed, decreases the levels of LDL(bad) cholesterol by almost 15%. A further study revealed that consumption of 30gms of flaxseed per day led to a significant reduction in. BMI(Body Mass Index) , blood pressure and total cholesterol.

May Stabilise Your Blood Sugar Levels: Flaxseed promotes blood sugar control while stabilising your blood sugar levels. As per a study, whole flaxseed helps decrease blood sugar and prevent insulin resistance, a condition that reduces the body’s ability to regulate blood sugar levels

May Help Manage Your Weight:

A number of studies suggest that flaxseed may help your weight management A study showed that a drink with 2.5gms. of soluble fiber in a flaxseed fiber tablet effectively reduced feelings of appetite and hunger as it increases feelings of fullness thereby useful in weight loss.

May Help Protect Against Cancer:

It is known to be full of lignans (75-800 times more than other plant foods), a plant compound that is known for its cancer-fighting values. Certain studies link a lower risk of breast cancer in menopausal women who consume flaxseed

Flaxseed is quite versatile and easy to use in multiple recipes.