How beneficial is flax seed in a cardiac diet or diabetic diet - and how do you !
Question: Flax seed is high in Alpha linolenic acid - a type of plant-derived omega 3 fatty acid, similar to those found in fish such as salmon. Benefits of flax seed as shown in many studies include lowering total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol (the Bad cholesterol) levels. Other benefits show that flax seed may also help lower blood triglyceride and blood pressure. It may also keep platelets from becoming sticky therefore reducing the risk of a heart attack.
Aside from alpha linolenic acid, flax seed is rich in lignan. Lignan is a type phytoestrogen (antioxidant) and also provides fiber. Researches reveal that lignan in flax seed shows a lot of promise in fighting disease -- including a possible role in cancer prevention especially breast cancer. It is thought that lignan metabolites can bind to estrogen receptors, hence inhibiting the onset of estrogen-stimulated breast cancer.
Recent studies also showed positive benefits of flax seed oil in IBD (Crohn's Disease and Colitis). Flax seed oil seems to be able to heal the inner lining of the inflamed intestines.
Moderately include flax seed in your diet. Indeed, a lot of food products contain flax seed such as bread, cereal and bakery goods. Bakers may use flax seed flour or include flax seed in baking.
WAYS TO INCLUDE FLAX SEED IN YOUR DIET:
* Sprinkle ground flax seed on your cereal and salads.
* Substitute flax seed mixture for eggs in home baking such as muffin and pancake (1 tbsp milled flax seed, plus 3 tbsp water = 1 egg). Final products will have less volume and taste gummier
* Include in other recipe when nutty flavor is preferred
* Substitute flax seed oil for other oils
Answers: Flax seed is high in Alpha linolenic acid - a type of plant-derived omega 3 fatty acid, similar to those found in fish such as salmon. Benefits of flax seed as shown in many studies include lowering total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol (the Bad cholesterol) levels. Other benefits show that flax seed may also help lower blood triglyceride and blood pressure. It may also keep platelets from becoming sticky therefore reducing the risk of a heart attack.
Aside from alpha linolenic acid, flax seed is rich in lignan. Lignan is a type phytoestrogen (antioxidant) and also provides fiber. Researches reveal that lignan in flax seed shows a lot of promise in fighting disease -- including a possible role in cancer prevention especially breast cancer. It is thought that lignan metabolites can bind to estrogen receptors, hence inhibiting the onset of estrogen-stimulated breast cancer.
Recent studies also showed positive benefits of flax seed oil in IBD (Crohn's Disease and Colitis). Flax seed oil seems to be able to heal the inner lining of the inflamed intestines.
Moderately include flax seed in your diet. Indeed, a lot of food products contain flax seed such as bread, cereal and bakery goods. Bakers may use flax seed flour or include flax seed in baking.
WAYS TO INCLUDE FLAX SEED IN YOUR DIET:
* Sprinkle ground flax seed on your cereal and salads.
* Substitute flax seed mixture for eggs in home baking such as muffin and pancake (1 tbsp milled flax seed, plus 3 tbsp water = 1 egg). Final products will have less volume and taste gummier
* Include in other recipe when nutty flavor is preferred
* Substitute flax seed oil for other oils
I use it because it is good for the eyes.
Flaxseed is rich in omega 3 fatty acids which helps with the lowering of cholesterol, inflammation due to various ailments, stabilizes blood sugar and can lower the instances of cancer. Flaxseed also contains fiber and lignans--which are a chemical that mimics human estrogen (soy does the same thing).
I grind up fresh flaxseed and put a tablespoon or two in my morning cereal. I have never used flaxseed oil, but it is good as well.
It helps with digestion. Mix it with your yogurt in morning or add it to a shake. Very good.
Eat in accordance with your "nutritional type" at www.mercola.com SEARCHBAR Dr. Mercola recommends Omega 3 fish oil, or "krill oil" for heart & diabetes, so consider adding those, and 2 cloves of crushed garlic, or odourless capsules, to your diet, daily, and put ground flaxseed in your cereal.
The Omega 3 and lignan nutrients with flax seed can help prevent the onset of cardiovascular diseases and Type 2 Diabetes, as well as regulate elevated blood sugar and blood pressure levels. As a dietary supplement, I would recommend the intake of a few tablespoons of milled flax seed daily. It would be more nutritious to use ground flax seed over flax seed oil since you derive as well the benefits of fiber from the husk. Simply grind a few kernels and sprinkle them moderately over food and beverages. You might want to start with a few tablespoons and step up until your body adjusts to Omega 3. Remember to refrigerate milled flax seed immediately following the grind, since the milled seeds would get rancid easily. Please visit the links below to find out more.