Flax Seeds

Flax is amongst the oldest fiber crops in the world. Flax seeds are flowering plant came from the family Linum usitatissimum. It is also known as common flax or linseed. Flaxseed is a rich source of the omega-3 fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and is high in a class of phytoestrogens known as lignans. Flax seed is highly soluble fiber and high in dietary, difibre, protein, iron, calcium, manganese, thiamin, magnesium, phosphorous and copper. Although flaxseed contains all sorts of healthy components, it owes its primary healthy reputation to three of them:Omega-3 essential fatty acids, "good" fats that have been shown to have heart healthy effects. Each tablespoon of ground flaxseed contains about 1.8 grams of plant omega-3fatty acid.Lignans, which have both plant estrogen and antioxidant qualities. Flaxseed contains 75 to 800 times more lignans than other plant foods.Fiber. Flax seed contains both the soluble and insoluble types.People use flax seed and flax seed oil to reduce cholesterol, blood sugar level and treat digestive conditions. Some people also take flaxseed to treat inflammatory diseases. They are a part of the balanced diet which are rich in diet and it prevent the development of various chronic disease, as they are high in antioxidants.