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The National
Cancer Institute has identified flax as a food product that
deserves further study and attention because of its potential
cancer fighting properties. According to the U. S. Department of
Agriculture, flax seed contains 27 identifiable cancer
preventive compounds. Medical sources abound that have published
clinical results concluding that flax can have a positive health
impact on:
- Increases energy and vitality
- Increased sense of calmness under stress
- Reduces threat of blood clots
- Protects against cancers, particularly hormone sensitive
cancers such as breast and prostate
- Lowers blood cholesterol levels
- Helps lower high blood pressure
- Helps control blood sugar levels
- Eases inflammatory tissue conditions, including
arthritis
- Alleviates dry skin, eczema and psoriasis
- Enhances immune system
- Helps kidneys excrete water and sodium
- Increases metabolic rate with a positive impact on
weight management
- Helps with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Natural safe non-addictive laxative
And the list goes on!
Several substances in flax seeds provide health benefits:
Lignans. Lignans are
phytoestrogens, which may play a role in preventing cancers of
the breast, endometrium and prostate. Lignans are found in most
unrefined grains (barley, buckwheat, millet and oats), soybeans,
and some vegetables (broccoli, carrots, cauliflower and
spinach). But MegaOmega™ Organic Sprouted Flax
is the richest source of lignans.
Fiber. MegaOmega™ Organic Sprouted Flax
contains both soluble and insoluble fiber.
Studies show that the soluble fiber in MegaOmega™ Organic Sprouted Flax
— like fiber found in oat bran and fruit pectin — can help lower
cholesterol and help regulate
blood sugar levels. Insoluble fiber
aids in digestion by increasing bulk, reducing the time that
waste remains in the body and preventing
constipation. These
characteristics may help protect against
colon cancer.
Omega-3 essential fatty acids. MegaOmega™ Organic Sprouted Flax
contains alpha linolenic acid, which is both an
essential fatty acid and an
omega-3 fatty acid. Researchers are
interested in omega-3 fatty acids for their role in infant
development and immune and inflammatory disorders. Omega-3 fatty
acids help lower your risk of cardiovascular
disease and stroke. Experts believe
the typical Western diet has too little omega-3 fatty acids.
Canadian dietary guidelines recommend 1.0 to 1.5 grams of
omega-3 fat per day, which you can get in 2 teaspoons of MegaOmega™ Organic Sprouted Flax.
Although the United States has no specific dietary guidelines
for omega-3 essential fatty acids, health experts recommend
foods containing these as part of a healthy diet.
Incorporating MegaOmega™ Organic Sprouted Flax
into your diet is simple and can add a tasty twist to routine
foods and dishes. Sprinkle MegaOmega™ Organic Sprouted Flax
over salads, soups, yogurt or cereals. MegaOmega™ Organic Sprouted Flax
can replace some of the flour in bread, muffin, pancake and
cookie recipes. Because of MegaOmega™ Organic Sprouted Flax's
high Omega 3 Essential fatty acid content, you can use it to
replace part or all of the fat in baked goods recipes:
Substitute 1 cup of MegaOmega™ Organic Sprouted Flax
for 1/3 cup of fat. Adjust your oven temperature and the total
baking time to allow for more rapid browning.
For more substitution tips link to Using
MegaOmega™ Organic Sprouted Flax.
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