The Facts on Flax - January 13, 2010

The Facts on Flax
(and how to grind it!)

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Gandhi once observed, "Wherever flax seed becomes a regular food item among people, there will be better health."


Here are some of the awesome benefits of flax:

--Weight management
--Lowered blood cholesterol levels
--Lowered high blood pressure
--Increased energy, vitality, and stamina
--Increased sense of calmness under stress
--Reduced threat of blood clots
--Protection against cancers, particularly hormone sensitive cancers such as breast and prostate
--Better regulation of blood sugar levels
--Eases inflammatory tissue conditions, including arthritis
--Alleviation of dry skin, eczema and psoriasis
--Enhanced immune system
--Helps with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
--Natural laxative


Two ideas on how to use flax:

--Add a tablespoon of crushed or ground flaxseed to your hot or cold breakfast cereal or yogurt.
--Add a teaspoon of crushed or ground flaxseed to mayonnaise or mustard when making a sandwich.


How much flaxseed do you need?

The optimum dose to obtain health benefits is not yet known. But 1-2 tablespoons of ground flaxseed a day is currently the suggested dose, according to the Flax Council of Canada.


More great Facts on Flax:
http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/benefits-of-flaxseed