Flax seeds

Description

Flax seed is commonly used to improve digestive health or relieve constipation. Flaxseed may also help lower total blood cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or “bad”) cholesterol levels, which may help reduce the risk of heart disease.
1. Rich in fiber.
2. Aids digestion.
3. Rich in Omega 3 fatty acids.
4. Increases skin health and beauty.
5. Curbs diabetes risk.
6. Helpful for weight loss.

Benefits:
Flaxseed’s health benefits come from the fact that it’s high in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, as well as phytochemicals called lignans.

Composition:
One tablespoon (7 grams) of ground flaxseed contains 2 grams of polyunsaturated fatty acids (includes the omega 3s), 2 grams of dietary fiber and 37 calories.

Uses:
1. Add a tablespoon of ground flaxseed to your hot or cold breakfast cereal.
2. Add a teaspoon of ground flaxseed to mayonnaise or mustard when making a sandwich.
3. Mix a tablespoon of ground flaxseed into an 8-ounce container of yogurt.
4. Bake ground flaxseed into cookies, muffins, breads and other baked good.