2. Flax Seed
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● This is for informational purposes only.
● This is designed to help me make personal decision
about my health care.
● It is not intended to diagnose or advise on medical
treatment or replace advise from doctor or doctor
care.
● This is not for children or pregnant women.
● Consult doctor before use of these supplements or
any.
3. What does flaxseed do to your body?
● Omega-3 essential fatty acids, "good" fats that have
been shown to have heart-healthy effects.
● Each tablespoon of ground flaxseed contains about
1.8 grams of plant omega-3s.
● Lignans, which have both plant estrogen and
antioxidant qualities.
4. Why should I eat flax seeds?
● They can be used to improve digestive health, lower
blood pressure and bad cholesterol, reduce the risk
of cancer and may benefit people with diabetes.
● As a versatile food ingredient, flax seeds or flaxseed
oil are easy to add to your diet.
6. Is flaxseed good for weight loss?
● Ground flaxseed: is a good supporting player in a
weight loss diet.
● It provides fiber, which helps you feel full and offers
other weight-loss benefits.
● It's also one of the top sources of omega-3 fatty
acids and lignan, which may facilitate your effort to
drop excess pounds
8. Is Flaxseed Bad for me?
● Flaxseed: is a good source of dietary fiber and
omega-3 fatty acids.
● Flaxseed's effects on cholesterol &blood clotting
may lower the risk of “hardening of the arteries”
(atherosclerosis).
● Flaxseed is sometimes tried for cancer because it is
broken down by the body into chemicals called
“lignans.”
10. Flaxseed for hotflashes
● Toasted flaxseed can be sprinkled into salads,
yogurt, or smoothies.
● Flaxseed: is a good source of lignans, plant-based
compounds that have a weak estrogen effect.
● Because of this weak estrogen effect, doctors
thought flaxseed may help ease hot flashes & other
menopausal symptoms.
● Flaxseed:is treatment for menopause symptoms
because it is a plant containing both omega-3 fatty
acids and lignans.
11. Flaxseed Improves Life Quality
● Women who used flaxseed: showed improved
quality of life
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12. Flaxseed a Stress Reducer
●Flaxseed: also reduce
blood pressure & cortisol
levels during stressful
situations.
●Flaxseed reduces anxiety
in adults.
13. Flaxseed & breast cancer?
● Animal studies have shown that both flaxseed oil
and lignans can reduce breast tumor growth &
spread, even for ER- cancer cells.
● This result suggests that flaxseeds may have anti-
cancer benefits that are unrelated to any type of
effect on estrogen or estrogen metabolism.
14. Flaxseed for Gastrointestinal
● Biggest benefit to eating milled flaxseed for
digestive system is that it is a great source of fiber.
● It is important to consume the right amount of
dietary fiber on a regular basis to ensure bowel
regularity, reduce inflammatory bowel diseases &
maintain a healthy colon & digestive tract.
15. Flaxseed & Digestive System
● Flaxseed not only contains health benefits that can help
digestive system & your body as a whole, it can also add some
additional flavor and texture to your favorite foods.
● Sprinkle over oats each morning
● Mix into a soup or stew dish
● Add to favorite yogurt
● Serve over the top of a pasta or salad dish
● Add to mixture when making favorite breads
17. Flaxseed Oil Supplements Help Dry Eyes
● High doses of flaxseed oil supplements improve
symptoms of dry eyes.
● Omega-3 Fatty Acid Softens Secretions
● Study researcher Jack Greiner, DO, PhD, of
Schepens Eye Research Institute in Boston, believes
the average American's high-fat diet is to blame, at
least in part.
● "Fats get thick and can't move out of the oil glands.
We believe that due to their high omega-3 fat
content, flaxseed oils soften the secretions, so they
can flow."
18. Does Flaxseed go bad?
● At room temperature, whole flaxseed can last for six
months past the written expiration date on the
package, while ground flaxseed only has a shelf life
of about a week past the written expiration date.
● Flaxseed: contains delicate omega-3 fatty acids that
can go rancid rapidly.
19. Side Effects of Flaxseed
● Flaxseed: is LIKELY SAFE for most adults when
taken by mouth.
● Adding flaxseed to the diet might increase the
number of bowel movements each day.
● It might also cause gastrointestinal (GI) side effects
such as bloating, gas, abdominal pain, constipation,
diarrhea, stomachache, and nausea
21. Flaxseed vs. Chia
● Both chia and flax seeds are rich in a variety of
nutrients.
● Both seeds contain a good amount of protein &
omega-3 fats, although flax seeds have a slight
upper hand when it comes to these two nutrients.
● Flax seeds also contain significantly more
manganese, copper and potassium.
23. How is Flax Seed good for Kidney's?
● Flaxseed:is a good source of dietary fiber &
omega-3 fatty acids.
● Fiber in flaxseed is found primarily in the seed coat.
● For systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), flaxseed is
thought to improve kidney function by decreasing
the thickness of blood, reducing cholesterol levels,
and reducing swelling.
24. ●Flax Impact on Estrogen
● Flax Impact on Estrogen:
● Phytoestrogens — such as lignans — are
structurally similar to the estrogen made by the
body, eating more flax does not appear to increase
blood levels of this hormone.
25. Flax seed good for face & wound healing
● The omega 3 fatty acids in flaxseeds increase the
speed at which wounds heal.
● Flaxseed is best known for its high anti-
inflammatory levels.
● Flaxseed:successfully minimizes skin irritation,
rashes, inflammation & redness by regularly
consuming flaxseeds.
● Benefits of eating flax seeds are many for skin.
26. Flax Seed for rheumatoid arthritis
● Flaxseed oil: is a source of polyunsaturated fatty
acids such as alpha-linolenic acid.
● The alpha-linolenic acid & related chemicals in
flaxseed oil seem to decrease inflammation.
● Flaxseed oil: is thought to be useful for rheumatoid
arthritis and other inflammatory (swelling) diseases.
28. How if FlaxSeed good for colon?
● Flaxseed: is a good source of dietary fiber and
omega-3 fatty acids.
● The fiber in flaxseed is found primarily in the seed
coat.
● Researchers believe this fiber binds with cholesterol
in the intestine and prevents it from being absorbed.
29. How does Flax Seed act as a colon
Cleanse?
● The waste that accumulates in your intestines can
make you feel swollen and unhealthy. Especially if
you eat an unbalanced diet.
● A diet with too much white flour, refined sugars,
and fats.
● These bad habits also cause abdominal pain,
discomfort, weight gain, allergies as well as
indigestion or a slow digestion.
30. Colon Cleanse with Flaxseed:
● From the moment I decide to cleanse my colon in
order to lose weight & clear out any waste that’s
stored in my intestines,
● I must change diet & include more healthy foods
such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and
fiber.
31. ●What are the properties of flax seed?
● Flax seed: or linseed is a powerful anti-carcinogenic.
● It also has the ability to block the flow of estrogen,
by simulating this hormone (due to its high content
of omega-3 fatty acids).
● Flax seed: contains a substance that regulates blood
pressure & arterial function, making it an excellent
choice for balancing the metabolism of fats,
calcium, and energy.
32. Flax Seed Prevents Constipation
● Flax seed: contains a lot of dietary fiber, more than
any other grain.
● Flax seed: is great for diets that help to lose weight,
lower cholesterol levels, prevent constipation
33. Flax Seed Lower Risks of:
● Flax seed: lowers the risk of breast, prostate, lung, and colon cancer. It
can also have amazing effects on the following conditions:
● Stress
● Diabetes
● Fluid retention
● Sperm production
● Depression
● Allergies
● Glandular function
● Visual problems
34. How Flax Seed Cleanses Colon & Good
for Weight Lose:
35. How Flax Seed Cleanses Colon & Good
for Weight Lose:
● Flax Seed: is a Great way to cleanse colon
completely is eating flax seed or linseed flour for
three consecutive weeks.
● This treatment will completely cleanse my colon by
removing any excess mucus, fecal matter, &
parasites.
● It’ll keep intestinal microflora intact.
● This method will also help me lose weight & burn
fat faster. It’ll have a positive effect on the
regulation of lipid metabolism.
36. More on Flax Seed Colon Cleaning
● Flax seed: is easily absorbed to eliminate toxins from body, reduce
cholesterol levels, &lower the fat and sugar content in bloodstream.
● A colon cleanse using flax seed is good for me & people who suffer
from:
● Inflammation of the gastrointestinal system or upper respiratory tract
● Stomach ulcers, gastritis, colitis, or a duodenal ulcer
● Diseases like urinary tract infections, pyelonephritis, or cystitis
● Obesity or excessive body weight as well as lipid metabolism
disorders
37. How should I eat flax seed to cleanse colon?
● Eat the next mixture for three consecutive weeks before having
breakfast:
● 1st week: mix one tablespoon of flax seed flour with 100 ml of
kefir ( this can be found at health food stores)
● 2nd week: mix two tablespoons of flax seed flour with 100 ml of
kefir
● 3d week: mix three tablespoons of flax seed flour with 150 ml of
kefir
● Eat as healthy as possible.Eat mostly raw foods, with plenty of
vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, & mineral water.
● If kefir, can be found use Greek or plain yogurt, although
homemade yogurt is way better
38. More on Colon Cleanse with flaxseed
● Eat this every day for an entire month. It’ll help me
to lose around 9 pounds if I do it along with eating a
healthy diet, exercising, drinking plenty of water
(two liters a day).
● Boil a tablespoon of flax seed in a cup of water.
● When the water has a “gooey” texture, it’s ready.
● Strain the liquid and drink it before breakfast. Make
only the amount I am going to drink that day.
● This is a natural laxative, so I will find myself
heading to the bathroom more frequently.
39. Flax Seed is great for Hair Growth
● Flax seeds: are a rich source of Omega-3 fatty acids.
● These fatty acids are essential for healthy hair
growth.
● They nourish the follicles & hair shafts, making
them stronger and less prone to damage.
● Taking Flaxseed also ensures that the new growth is
strong & healthy.
40. Sources for Flaxseed Information.
● Flaxseed Health Benefits, Food Sources, Recipes,
and Tips for Using It-
https://www.webmd.com/diet/features/benefits-of-
flaxseed
● Top 10 Health Benefits of Flax Seeds - Healthline-
Apr 26, 2017-
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/benefits-of-
flaxseeds
41. More Lovely Sources on Flaxseed
● Ground Flaxseed & Weight Loss
LIVESTRONG.COM-
https://www.livestrong.com/article/362672-ground-
flaxseed-weight-loss/
● Flaxseed: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Dosage,
and Warning-
https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmon
o-991/flaxseed
42. Even More Great sources on FlaxSeed
● Chia Seeds vs Flax Seeds — Is One Healthier Than
the Other?
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/chia-vs-flax
● How To Use Flax Seeds For Hair Growth? -
StyleCraze-Apr 30, 2018
● Cleanse Your Colon and Burn Fat with Flaxseed
Step to Health · September 15,
2015https://steptohealth.com/cleanse-colon-burn-
fat-with-flaxseed/
43. Sources for Flax Seed
● 19 Amazing Benefits And Uses Of Flax Seeds -
Health Beckon Mar 25, 2014-
https://www.healthbeckon.com/flax-seeds-benefits/
● Can Flaxseed Increase Estrogen Levels? |
LIVESTRONG.COM =Apr 27, 2018
● The digestion benefits of adding flaxseed to your
diet-Feb 26,
2014https://linwoodshealthfoods.com/.../the-
digestion-benefits-of-adding-flaxseed-to-your-di...
44. ● Researchers Say High Omega-3 Content of Flaxseed
Oil Improves Symptoms of Dry Eyes By Charlene
Laino-Web Health News/WedMD
● American Academy of Ophthalmology.
● Journal Holistic Nursing Practice