HEALTH BENEFITS OF FLAXSEEDS

Flaxseed comes from the flax plant that grows in countries all over Asia, Europe, and the Mediterranean. These seeds are usually golden yellow to reddish-brown and contain phytoestrogen, which is very similar to estrogen. Flaxseeds also have oil and soluble fiber.

HELPS IN WEIGHT LOSS Flax seeds play an essential role in your diet if you want to lose or manage your weight. That is primarily because of its high fiber content. Fiber helps you feel full, which results in a lower intake of calories daily

RICH IN OMEGA-3 Flax seeds are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential fatty acids that your body needs to function optimally. One tablespoon of ground flax seeds consists of around 1.8 grams of omega-3 fatty acids. In addition, these seeds are rich in alpha-linolenic acid or ALA, a type of omega-3 fatty acid that is primarily plant-based.

MAY LOWER RISK OF CANCER An observational study suggests that flax seeds can lower the risk of breast cancer, especially in premenopausal women. It can also reduce the growth of tumours in patients with breast cancer. Studies also prove that daily consumption of flax seeds can lower the risk of developing prostate cancer, colon cancer, and skin cancers.

LOWERS BLOOD PRESSURE A study shows that people who ate 30 grams of flaxseeds every day for six months experienced a decrease in their systolic blood pressure by 10 mm Hg. During this time, their diastolic blood pressure lowered by 7 mm Hg. For subjects who were already on blood pressure medication, the decrease in blood pressure was even more.

MAY LOWER RISK OF DIABETES Flax seeds should be the next addition to the diet of those having diabetes. It is due to the fibre present in flax seeds, which may help lower blood sugar levels. Research shows that flax seeds can slow down the release of sugar into the blood with insoluble fibre. As a result, it may help reduce blood sugar levels.

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