November 09, 2017 Flaxseed: A Nutritional Review
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Jennifer Adolphe, PhD, RD and Kelley Fitzpatrick, MSc
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Food Industry, Health & Nutrition, Resource
Flaxseed: A Nutritional Review
By Jennifer Adolphe, PhD, RD and Kelley Fitzpatrick, MSc
Flaxseed is rich in nutrients that support a healthy lifestyle: omega-3 fatty acids, soluble fibre, and lignans. This publication reviews the scientific literature and provides an overview of the nutritional benefits of ground flaxseed.
Highlights:
- Flaxseed is rich in nutrients that support a healthy lifestyle: omega-3 fatty acids, soluble fibre, and lignans.
- Flaxseed consumption helps to reduce cholesterol levels and lower blood pressure to protect against cardiovascular disease.
- Blood glucose control may be enhanced when flaxseed is incorporated into a healthy diet.
- Cancer-fighting components in flaxseed may help in reducing the risk of cancer.