Thumbs up for Flax! Did you know that a tablespoon of daily ground flax seeds for a month appears to improve cardiovascular health, fasting blood sugars, triglycerides, cholesterol, and hemoglobin A1c levels? Check out these other benefits of Flax Seeds: 1. Omega-3 essential fatty acids, "good" fats that aid in the improvement of heart health. Each tablespoon of ground flaxseed contains about 1.8 grams of plant omega- 3s. 2. Lignans, which have antioxidant qualities. Flaxseed contains 75 to 800 times more lignans than other plant foods. 3. Fiber. Flaxseed contains both the soluble and insoluble types of fiber. Fiber is well known to improve digestive movements. So, how do you get those daily dosages of flax seed? 1-2 tbsp. of Milled Ground Flax Seed can be added to any meal, smoothie, or recipe to boost it’s health properties without adding much of a taste. Oatmeal and flax can make a great breakfast combination—as it’s protein and fiber work together to kick start your day and metabolism. Flax seed cereal is also a great way to get your grain and flax seed for the day in a convenient bowl that can be livened up with some fruit slices Read more about the health benefits of Flax Seed: webmd/diet/features/benefits-of-flaxseed (Check out these California Grown Apricot Kernels and grinder to potentially add more of a health benefit to your already ground flax seed. Just click on the website link below!) Website: goo.gl/heeA5t
Posted on: Wed, 14 Aug 2013 03:01:55 +0000
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