Wednesday, September 9, 2015

FLAX SEEDS BENEFITS

Flaxseed may be helpful for...
  1. preventing and treating certain cancers, especially breast, prostate, and colon cancer
  2. maintaining hormone levels in women of all ages and reducing hot flashes caused by menopause
  3. bones: preventing bone loss, increasing bone density, and decreasing the risk of osteoporosis
  4. reducing risk of cardiovascular disease because it is rich in antioxidants and good for reducing bad LDL cholesterol levels and increasing good cholesterol (thus protecting against heart disease)
  5. proper kidney function
  6. lowering blood sugar and pressure, and therefore helpful with diabetes
  7. decreased insulin resistance
  8. weight reduction
  9. relieving the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis
  10. use as antibacterial, anti-fungal, and antiviral
  11. brain development, especially in utero and during infancy, so it's especially important for pregnant women or breastfeeding mothers
  12. the treatment of skin disorders like eczema, psoriasis, sun sensitivities, and dandruff
  13. digestion and colon health, since as a natural lubricant and a rich source of fiber, it lowers the risk of and offers relief for constipation and diarrhea
  14. building immunity: the alpha-Linolenic acid and lignans decrease inflammation and promote healthy functioning of the immune system
  15. strengthening skin, hair, and fingernails


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