The Flaxseed and it’s oil

I’ve mentioned the importance of omega-3’s in previous postings and both flaxseeds & flaxseed oils are the best sources for an important omega-3 fatty acid called alpha-linolenic acid. Alpha-linolenic acid is an essential fatty acid because the body cannot make it up and there for must be consumed from the diet.
In addition to the omega-3’s, the flaxseed contains omega-6’s and certain omega-9’s that are great for the heart.

Flaxseeds are a great source of ligans. Ligans have the following health benefits for both men and women;
• protective effect against various cancer
• increase the sex hormone Binding Globulin (binds to estrogen and helps get it out of the body)
• boosts colon health
• promotes healthy skin
• helps stabilizes blood sugar

Flaxseeds not the oil - contains soluble fiber. Like any other seed, flax seeds are tiny and can essentially be added to almost anything with you even knowing it. The following are a few ways I add them to my diet;
• Sprinkle over a salad
• Mix in the blender with my protein shakes