Flax On Em’

Flax Seeds are amongst the top 10 worlds best seeds to ingest. Not only is it highly effective in hair but even better to consume. It's actual name Linum Usitatissimum means the most useful so you can already see the correlation there.

(Note that our products are not for consumption, external use only. This blog post is only to inform you of the health benefits of flax seed when consumed).

Flax seeds are loaded with nutrients, just one tablespoon (typical serving size) provides a good amount of protein, fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, in addition to being a source of some vitamins and minerals.

Your hair is made out of protein. A protein deficient diet leads to weak, brittle hair. IT STARTS WITHIN.

Flax Seeds are high in Omega-3 Fats and Protein

  • If you do not eat land animals or fish, flax can be your best source of omega-3 fats and protein. Flaxseed protein is rich in the amino acids arginine, aspartic acid and glutamic acid

Flax Seeds May Improve Cholesterol

  • These effects appear to be due to the fiber in flax seeds, as it binds to bile salts and is then excreted by the body. To replenish these bile salts, cholesterol is pulled from your blood into your liver. This process lowers your blood levels of cholesterol

This is definitely good news for those wanting to improve their cholesterol.

  • Flax can reduce inflammation in the arteries, the ALA (alpha-linolenic acid) present in flax seed prevents a high level of cholesterol (a waxy substance found in your blood) from being deposited in the blood vessels of the heart

High levels of cholesterol can increase your risk of heart disease. With high cholesterol, you can develop fatty deposits in your blood vessels.

Reduced inflammation in the arteries lowers the risk of a stroke. Plaque build up in the arteries over time, will harden and narrow the arteries.

Flax Seeds Are a Rich Source of Lignans, Which May Reduce Cancer Risk

  • Lignans are plant compounds that have antioxidant and estrogen properties, both of which can help lower the risk of breast, prostate and other types of cancer 

 Flax Seeds Are Rich in Dietary Fiber

  •  Adding flax seeds to your diet promotes regular bowel movements and can improve your digestive health.

 Flax Seeds May Help Control Blood Sugar

  • Flax seeds may lower blood sugar due to their insoluble fiber content. They can be a beneficial addition to the diet of people with diabetes.
Flax Seeds is known to suppress hunger and increase the feeling of fullness, which could aid weight control
*Consume ground seeds(easier to digest) rather than whole

 

There's many benefits to consuming flax seed  including but not limited to , improving digestive health, regulating blood sugar and bad cholesterol, reducing the risk of cancer and benefiting people with diabetes.

 

| Small in size, Tremendous in benefit |

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