Crushed Organic Flaxseed Coffee 350gr

Flaxseed has a high content of:

• Vitamins and minerals, including most of the B-complex vitamins, magnesium, and manganese.

• Soluble and insoluble fibers.

• Phytochemicals, including many powerful antioxidants, such as lignans. In fact, because it is a plant, flaxseed is one of the best sources of lignans.

• Omega-3 fatty acids, key to fighting inflammation. 

Flaxseed is a better source of the plant-based omega-3 called alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). Flaxseed oil consists of about 50% ALA – five times more than walnut oil or canola oil, which are the next highest sources of ALA. The Benefits of Flaxseed Flaxseed can:

• Lower blood cholesterol and blood sugar levels. The soluble fiber in flaxseed has been shown to lower cholesterol, help prevent the formation of atherosclerotic plaque, which can clog arteries and lead to high blood pressure, stroke, or heart attack. Fiber is also believed to lower blood sugar levels, important for people with type 2 diabetes.

• Reduce bone loss. A study in diabetic mice showed that there was a slowdown in bone loss after a flaxseed diet, thanks to the concentration of fatty acids.

• Help with weight management. Flaxseed expands when consumed, making you feel fuller. So, consuming flaxseed 30 minutes before your meal can help control your appetite.

• Improve digestive health. The fiber in flaxseed can relieve constipation.

• Boost immunity. ALA has been shown to reduce inflammation, thereby making the immune system function better. Recent studies show that flaxseed may help in the treatment of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and lupus.

• Aid in fighting cancer. Studies have shown that flaxseed plays a significant role in fighting cancer, especially of the colon and breast. The benefit is based on its high content of lignans, which are believed to inhibit tumor growth.