Flaxseed is, ounce for ounce, the richest source of omega fatty acids and lignans (potent cancer fighters) known in nature. The immune-enhancing omega fatty acids 3, 6, and 9 are balanced in the combination your body requires for optimal health. Also loaded with vitamins and phytonutrients, and an excellent source of protein and fiber, flaxseed is nature's gift to health!
Good for What Ails You
Flaxseed has long been known to promote healthy immune function and recent studies have confirmed its ability to benefit those at risk for or suffering from a broad range of health problems including: * Heart disease/elevated cholesterol * Hypertension/high blood pressure * Diabetes * Certain cancers * Rheumatoid Arthritis/Lupus * Eczema/Psoriasis/skin problems * Side Effects of Menopause/Osteoporosis * Ulcerative Colitis, Diverticulitis, and constipation * Multiple Sclerosis
Weight Management
In addition, research indicates that including flaxseed in your daily diet can help you manage your weight. Besides stabilizing your sugar levels , flax expands five times in bulk when ingested. Flax taken half an hour before meals will help you eat less, so you will lose weight while simultaneously strengthening your immune system.
Using the WHOLE Seed for Fiber
The benefits of flaxseed in its whole seed form far surpass those of flax oil because freshly ground seed includes the fiber content that is so vital to maintaining digestive health. And because you grind the seed as needed you avoid oxidation of beneficial oils and are assured of freshness. Unlike oil, flaxseed has an unlimited shelf life when properly stored and protected from UV rays.
Flax seeds are one of the oldest foods known to man. Remnants of flax seeds were found in an excavation in southeastern Turkey dating back almost 9000 years! Today, flax seeds are gaining consumer interest because of their high nutrient content. Flax oil derived from flax seeds is one of the highest known sources of soluble fiber, magnesium, zinc and linolenic acid (an Omega-3 fatty acid). The Omega-3 content of the oil is typically 52%. Flax seeds also provide protein, mucilage, phytosterols and plant lignans.
Nutrition Info
Serving Size: about 2 Tbsp (21 g) Servings Per Container: 43
Amount Per Serving
% Daily Value
Calories
120
Calories from Fat
70
Total Fat
8g
12%
Saturated Fat
1g
5%
Cholesterol
0mg
0%
Sodium
8mg
1%
Total Carbohydrate
8g
3%
Dietary Fiber
5g
20%
Sugars
0g
Protein
5g
Vitamin A
0%
Vitamin C
0%
Calcium
6%
Iron
15%
Magnesium
25%
Zinc
15%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs.
2,000 Calorie
2,500 Calorie
Total Fat Less than
65g
80g
Sat Fat Less than
20g
25g
Cholesterol Less than
300mg
300mg
Sodium Less than
2,400mg
2,400mg
Total Carbohydrate
300g
375g
Dietary Fiber
25g
30g
Calories per gram: Fat 9, Carbohydrate 4, Protein 4
* Percent Daily Values are based on 2,000 calorie diet. † Daily Value not established.
Details
Serving Size: about 2 Tbsp (21 g)
Servings Per Container: 43
Suggested Usage: Grind your own seeds on a daily basis for the freshest and healthiest seed oil. Add to cereals, salads and blender drinks. Take with plenty of fluids.
