Benefits of Flax Seed

The benefits of flax seed include defending the body and slow aging of cells, protecting the skin and preventing diseases such as cancer and heart problems.

Flaxseed is the richest source of omega 3 in nature and its benefits can be obtained in both gold and brown flaxseed, and it is important to crush the seeds before consumption because the whole flaxseed is not digested by the gut.

Thus, the regular consumption of this seed brings benefits such as:

1. Improve constipation because it is rich in fiber that facilitates intestinal transit;
2. Help control blood sugar because its fiber content prevents sugar from being absorbed very quickly;
3. Decrease cholesterol because it is high in fiber and omega 3 that lowers bad cholesterol;
4. Help to lose weight, because the fibers increase the sensation of satiety, reducing the exaggerated appetite. Here's how to make the flaxseed diet;
5. Reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease because it controls cholesterol and decreases the absorption of fat in the gut;
6. Reduce inflammation in the body as it is very rich in omega 3;
7. Reduce symptoms of PMS and Menopause because it has good amounts of isoflavone, phytosteroid and lignan, which control female hormones.

To obtain a greater result of all these benefits, it is recommended to prefer the golden flax seeds, since they are richer in nutrients, especially in omega 3, than the seeds of brown flaxseed. See 10 other foods that help you lose weight.

Nutrition information and how to use it

The following table shows the nutritional composition in 100 g of flaxseed.

Flaxseed does not modify the taste of food and can be consumed along with cereals, salads, juices, vitamins, yogurts and breads, cakes and farofas.

However, before being consumed this seed must be crushed in the blender or be bought already in the form of flour, because the intestine can not digest the whole grain of the flax. In addition, it should be stored indoors, protected from light, so that its nutrients are maintained.

Linseed bread recipe

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups whole wheat flour
• 2 ½ cups of common wheat flour
• 2 cups rye
• 1 cup of flaxseed
• 1 tablespoon instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon of honey
• 2 teaspoons margarine
• 2 ½ cups warm water tea
• 2 teaspoons of salt
• Egg to paint

Method of preparation

Mix all the ingredients and knead until the dough is smooth. Let the dough rest and grow for 30 minutes. Model the breads and put them in greased form, baking in a preheated oven for 40 minutes.

It is important to remember that flaxseed oil is contraindicated in pregnancy because it can cause premature labor. Here's how to consume flax during pregnancy.