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• Flax is an ancient crop that was used as a food source as far back as 3000 B.C.

• Hippocrates wrote of using flaxseed for the relief of abdominal pain.

• Charlemagne, considered flax so healthy that he passed laws requiring its consumption.

• Modern day researchers believe that the lignans, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids (EFA's) found in ground flax seed are essential to good health.

• The body does not produce essential fatty acids (EFA's) i.e. Linolenic acid and Linoleic acid and, as a result, they must be supplied through diet. Ground Flax Seed is rich in EFA's.

• Un-ground flax seed is not digestible and, as a result, it will not supply the body with the necessary lignans or ALA. To be effective, flax seed must be ground before it is ingested

• For optimum nutrient value, use ground flax seeds instead of flax oil. Flax oil contains omega-3 fatty acids, but it does NOT contain the beneficial lignans and fiber. The lignans and fiber are removed in the production process.

• Flax seed contains both soluble and insoluble fiber. About one-third of the fiber in flax seed is soluble. soluble fiber can aid in lowering cholesterol and regulating blood sugar levels.

• Two-thirds of the fiber in flax seed is insoluble. Insoluble fiber aids digestion by increasing bulk and preventing constipation. These characteristics seem to have a role in reducing incidents of colon cancer.

• Ground Flax Seed is rich in protein, B vitamins, vitamin E, beta-carotene, calcium, potassium, magnesium, manganese and zinc.

• The fiber benefits of flax seed can only be found in the ground flax seed.

• Typical ground flax seed intake - 25 to 30 grams / day.

• Always purchase whole flax seed - Avoid purchasing ground flax seed - its potency may be diminished due to improper handling and storage.

• Flax seed contains anti-oxidants that keep the oil and pulp fresh within the seed. Flax seed should be kept "whole" until immediately prior to use.

• Processed foods take energy to digest. Whole foods provide energy and nutrients during and after digestion.

• Flax seed is easily ground using a Coffee Grinder, Grain Grinder, Blender, Bamix etc.

FLAX SEED NUTRIENT CONTENT - 1 TBSP

Note:
Up to 12 percent flax seed can safely be used as an ingredient in food.

Typical ground flax seed intake: 25 to 30 grams / day

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