| A Host of Health and Nutritional Benefits
Flax seed has been consumed throughout history for its nutritional and health benefits. Flax is rich in alpha-linolenic acid (an essential omega-3 fatty acid), dietary fibre (soluble and insoluble), and plant lignans. These components play a role in the maintenance and improvement of our general health. In fact, research indicates beneficial effects from including flax seed in the diet. Flax seed may help protect against coronary heart disease as well as breast and colon cancer. Flax seed can have a positive influence on a host of other health concerns, including blood cholesterol levels and auto-immune diseases such as arthritis and lupus. Flax seed also improves laxation. Nutritional Content of Flax Seed Weight and Calorie Content of Flax Seed per Specific Measurement |