Heart & Circulation
Flaxseed
Linum usitatissimum
A small brown or golden seed pressed for oil and ground into meal. One of the richest plant sources of omega-3 fats and lignans — and one of the few seed foods with solid evidence for cholesterol and...
Helps with
- Lowers Ldl Cholesterol When Ground Flax Is Eaten Daily
- May Modestly Lower Blood Pressure
- Rich In Soluble And Insoluble Fiber — Supports Regularity
- One Of The Highest Plant Sources Of Ala, A Plant-Form Omega-3 Fat
Note Always grind whole flaxseed before eating — whole seeds pass through undigested Note Drink plenty of water with flax — the fiber can cause blockage without enough fluid