Femme Organics Flax Seeds 100g

Flax is the #1 whole-food source of lignans, a phytonutrient 
associated with prolonged survival in cancer patients (especially breast
cancer), having 800x more than any other food. Flax may be beneficial 
in suppressing the growth of breast and prostate cancers because when 
consumed, tumor cell proliferation goes down, cancer cell death 
increases, and c-erbB2 score is reduced. Combining flax seed with dietary
fat restriction may have an even greater effect on prostate cancer.

Eating only one tablespoon of ground flax seed a day may help prevent and 
reverse diabetes. Eating flax seeds may also diminish skin sensitivity 
and improve skin barrier function and condition. Because lignans are 
activated by our gut bacteria, taking ant1biotics may impair the 
production of the lignans. Flax seeds, sometimes called linseeds, are 
small, brown, tan or golden-colored seeds that are the richest sources 
of a plant-based om3ga-3 fatty acids, called alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) 
in the world! Another unique fact about flax seeds is that they rank #1 
source of lignans in human diets. Flax seeds contain about 7 times as 
many lignans as the closest runner-up, sesame seeds.

Stunning Flax seed Nutrition Facts

When you look at the nutritional benefits of flax seeds, there are many 
things that will catch your attention. 1 ounce (2 tbsp) serving of 
flax seeds contains:

Om3ga-3 (ALA) 6,338mg

Fiber 8g

Protein 6g

Vitamin B1 31% RDA

Manganese 35% RDA

Magnesium 30% RDA

Phosphorus 19% RDA

Selenium 10% RDA

Also, flax seeds contain a good amount of vitamin B6, Iron, potassium, copper and zinc.

This flax seed nutrition profile makes it easy to see why it’s one of the 
most nutrient dense foods on the planet. 10 Flax Seed Benefits:

1. High in Fiber, but Low in Carbs

One of the most extraordinary benefits of flax seeds is that they contain 
high levels of mucilage gum content.  Mucilage is a gel-forming fiber 
that is water soluble and has incredible benefits on the intestinal 
tract. The mucilage can keep food in the stomach from emptying too 
quickly into the small intestine which can increase nutrient absorption.
Also, flax is extremely high in both soluble and insoluble fiber which 
can support colon detoxification, fat loss and reduce sugar cravings. 
You should aim to consume 30-40 g of high fiber foods daily.

2. Healthy Skin and Hair

If you want healthier skin, hair and nails then consider adding 2 tbsp of 
flax seeds to your smoothie or 1 tbsp of flax seed oil to your daily 
routine. The ALA fats in flax seeds benefits the skin and hair by 
providing essential fats as well as b-vitamins which can help reduce 
dryness and flakiness. It can also improve symptoms of acne, rosacea, 
and eczema. This also applies to eye health as flax can reduce dry eye 
syndrome. Flax seed oil is another great option since it has an even 
higher concentration of healthy fats. You can take 1-2 tbsp internally 
to hydrate skin and hair.  It can also be mixed with essential oils and 
used as a natural skin moisturizer.

3. Weight Loss

A study published in the Journal of Nutrition found that flax seeds and 
walnuts may improve obesity and support weight loss. Since flax is full 
of healthy fats and fiber, it will help you feel satisfied longer so you
will eat fewer calories overall which may lead to weight loss. ALA fats
may also help reduce inflammation. This is important for weight loss in
that an inflamed body will tend to hold on to excess weight. Add a 
couple of teaspoons of ground flax seed to soups, salads, or smoothies as
part of your weight loss plan.

4. Lower Cholesterol

The journal of Nutrition and Metabolism found that adding flax seeds into 
your diet can naturally reduce cholesterol levels. The soluble fiber 
content of flax seeds trap fat and cholesterol in the digestive system 
so that it unable to be absorbed. Soluble fiber also traps bile, which 
is made from cholesterol in the gallbladder. The bile is then excreted 
through the digestive system, forcing the body to make more, using up 
excess cholesterol in the blood and lowering cholesterol overall.

5. Flax seeds are Gluten-Free

Using flax is a great way to naturally replace gluten-containing grains which
are inflammatory where flax is anti-inflammatory.  So, flax seeds are 
great for those who have Celiac disease or have a gluten-sensitivity. 
They may also be a good alternative to om3ga-3 fats in fish for people 
with a seafood allergy.

6. Flax seeds are High in Antioxidants (Lignans)

Amongst its other incredible nutrition facts, flax seeds are also packed with 
antioxidants. Lignans are unique fiber-related polyphenols that provide 
us with antioxidant benefits for anti-aging, hormone balance and 
cellular health.

Polyphenols support the growth of probiotics in the gut and may also help eliminate yeast and candida 
in the body. Lignans are also known for their anti-viral and 
antibacterial properties, therefore consuming flax regularly may help 
reduce the number or severity of colds and flus.

7. Digestive Health

Maybe the biggest flax seed benefits come from it’s ability to promote 
digestive health. The ALA in flax can help protect the lining of the 
digestive tract and maintain GI health. It has been shown to be 
beneficial for people suffering from Crohn’s disease or other digestive 
ailments, as it can help reduce gut inflammation. You can also take 1-3 
tbsp of flax seed oil with 8 oz of carrot juice to help naturally 
relieve constipation.

Flax is also very high in soluble and insoluble fiber which can also improve digestive health and
is one of the highest magnesium foods in the world. Two tablespoons of 
flax seeds contains about 5 g of fiber or 1/4 of the RDA. The fiber found
in flax seeds provides food for friendly bacteria in your colon that can
help cleanse waste from your system.

8. Flax Seeds for Cancer

Flax seed benefits have been proven time and time again and even including 
fighting breast, prostate, ovarian and colon cancer. A study published 
in the Journal of Clinical Cancer Research discovered that consuming 
flax seeds may decrease the risk of breast cancer. The three lignans 
found in flax seeds can be converted by intestinal bacteria into 
enterolactone  and enterodiol which naturally balance hormones which may
be the reason flax seeds reduce the risk of breast cancer.

Another study published in the Journal of Nutrition found that the lignans in 
flaxseeds may also reduce the risk of endometrial and ovarian cancer. 

9. High in Om3ga-3 Fatty Acids. We hear a lot about the health benefits of
fish oil or om3ga-3 fats. Fish oil contains EPA and DHA, two om3ga-3 
fats that are critical for 0ptimal health. Although flax seeds do not 
contain EPA or DHA, they do contain ALA, another type of om3ga-3 fat.

A study published in Nutrition Reviews has shown that approximately 20% 
of ALA can be converted into EPA, but only .5% of ALA is converted into 
DHA. Also, surprisingly gender may play a big role in conversion where 
young women had a 2.5-fold greater rate than men. Regardless of 
conversion, ALA is still considered a healthy fat and should be included
in a balanced diet.

10. Menopausal Symptoms

The lignans in the flax have been shown to have benefits for menopausal 
women. It can be used as an alternative to hormone replacement therapy 
because lignans do have estrogenic properties. These properties may also
help reduce the risk of osteoporosis. It can even help menstruating 
women by helping maintain cycle regularity. To experience the flax seed 
benefits for your hormones include 1-2 tbsp of flax meal in a breakfast 
smoothie along with 1 tbsp of flax seed oil.

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