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Flax Seeds

Discussion in 'Healthy Living' started by Prem.S, Sep 11, 2008.

  1. Prem.S

    Prem.S Silver IL'ite

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    Dear all,

    Flaxseed has long been valued for its health benefits but only recently have researchers investigated its helpful compounds. Please read on Computer Typing<?xml:namespace prefix = v ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:vml" /><v:shape id=_x0000_i1025 style="WIDTH: 30pt; HEIGHT: 15pt" alt="" type="#_x0000_t75"><v:imagedata o:href="http://www.indusladies.com/forums/images/smilies/Dexter.gif" src="file:///C:\DOCUME~1\PREMSU~1\LOCALS~1\Temp\msohtml1\01\clip_image001.gif"></v:imagedata></v:shape>

    Flaxseeds are slightly larger than sesame seeds and have a hard shell that is smooth and shiny. Their color ranges from deep amber to reddish brown depending upon whether the flax is of the golden or brown variety. While whole flaxseeds feature a soft crunch, the nutrients in ground seeds are more easily absorbed. One of the unique characteristics of flax is the oil in the seed. Flaxseed is over 40 percent oil. Flax oil is a mixture of fatty acids, but it is the highest single source of a fatty acid called alpha-linolenic acid or ALA.


    Health Benefits
    Flaxseeds are rich in alpha linolenic acid ALA. ALA is a member of the omega-3 fatty acid family. They are the required fatty acids, which the body cannot make, but absolutely needs for normal growth and development. These fats must be supplied by diet. Hundreds of studies have shown that diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids decrease strokes and abnormal heart rhythms.

    Protection Against Cancer and Diabetes
    Omega-3 fats are also needed to produce flexible cell membranes. Cell membranes are the cell's gatekeepers, allowing in needed nutrients while promoting the elimination of wastes. While important for everyone, flexible cell membranes are critical for persons with diabetes since flexible cell membranes are much better able to respond to insulin and to absorb glucose than the stiff membranes that result when the diet is high in saturated and/or hydrogenated (trans-) fats. In the colon, omega-3 fats help protect colon cells from cancer-causing toxins and free radicals

    Flaxseeds Help Prevent and Control High Blood Pressure
    Individuals whose diets provide greater amounts of omega-3 fatty polyunsaturated fatty acids-and flaxseed is an excellent source of these essential fats-have lower blood pressure

    Special Protection for Women's Health
    Flaxseed meal and flour have been studied quite a bit lately for their beneficial protective effects on women's health. Flaxseed is particularly rich in lignans, special compounds also found in other seeds, grains, and legumes that are converted by beneficial into two hormone-like substances called enterolactone and enterodiol. These hormone-like agents demonstrate a number of protective effects against breast cancer. In addition to lessening a woman's risk of developing cancer, the lignans abundant in flaxseed can promote normal ovulation. For women trying to conceive, consistent ovulation significantly improves their chances of conception. For women between the ages of 35 and 55 who are experiencing peri-menopausal symptoms such as irregular menstrual cycles, breast cysts, headaches, sleep difficulties, fluid retention, anxiety, irritability, mood swings, weight gain, lowered sex drive, brain fog, fibroid tumors, and heavy bleeding, a probable cause of all these problems is estrogen dominance. Flaxseed, by promoting normal ovulation helps restore hormonal balance.

    Admin Note: Here are other interesting links that you may wish to read on flax seeds

    http://www.indusladies.com/forums/indian-diet-and-nutrition/180567-how-do-you-eat-flax-3.html
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    thnx for sharing a useful info...
     
  3. Prem.S

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    Dear Vahee,

    Thanks!!!!!! No one made comment for this post for quite long time. 77 views and you are the only one to reply :yes: . :thankyou2: for your FB.
    Cheers,
    Prems
     
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    meenakrishnan Bronze IL'ite

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    Hi Prem,
    Tnx for the informative post....What is it called in Tamil/malayalam?
    Love
    Meena
     
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    Hi Meena,
    Thanks for stepping in. Flaxseed is called as Ali vidai in Tamil and Cheruchana vithu in Malayalam.
    Regards,
    Prems
     
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    u r welcome... i even liked ur post abt spicy food... thnx for posting something interesting and useful..
     
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    Thanx for sharing. do you know the name in kannada for flax seed?

    Cheers,
    Priya
     
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    Thats so sweet of you Vahee:kiss
    People like you motivate me for posting more information in such forums.
    Cheers,
    Premsudha
     
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    Thanks for your FB Banuma.

    Cheers,
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    You are welcome Priya. In Kannada it is called Agasi.
    Cheers,
    Prems
     

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