Why do you need flax in your diet? Because it promotes healthy cholesterol levels, boosts your immune system, promotes healthy glowing skin and aids digestion. Many have called flax nature's most perfect health food.
It's important that you get fresh flax seed so that you don't have to worry about oxidation of the omega 3 oils in the flax. Note that the flax oil found in stores doesn't contain the fiber that aids in digestion. Finding organic is important because of the fungicides and pesticides normally used on flax. Canadian flax seed has a very good reputation.
Flax seed needs to be ground for your body to digest it. Use that old coffee grinder to do the job - a quick burst is all it takes - but be sure to wash the grinder thoroughly first, and don't use it for both flax and coffee. Flax should have its own grinder. It's best to grind only as much seed as you need for the day. Recommended daily usage is 5 tablespoons for women and 8 tablespoons for men.
Working it into your diet. It has a delicious nutty taste, and you can sprinkle it on salads, smoothies, cereals - anywhere you would use nuts, you can use flax. You can also make dehydrated crackers with it.
Source: Dr. David Williams, MD
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