John Myers
Flax, also known as flax, is considered a superfood. Seeds and oil of the plant are said to have special powers. Local linseed is particularly similar to the very expensive chia seeds in terms of content but only costs a tenth.
Flaxseeds are 25 percent fiber. They regulate blood sugar levels and protect against cancer and even tooth decay because they stimulate the flow of saliva. The intestinal bacteria break down the roughage into butyric acid, among other things, which has a direct effect on the cholesterol level and has a very good effect on the cardiovascular system.
Ground flaxseeds develop ingredients
Flaxseed should be ground so that you can absorb the healthy ingredients. Because its shell is even harder than that of chia seeds and can hardly be dissolved in the stomach. Since ground flaxseed goes rancid very quickly and forms harmful fatty acids, you should take a small pack and seal it in a really cool and airtight manner.
Whole flaxseeds aid in digestion
If you want to improve your digestion, take the whole seeds and drink a lot. This stimulates intestinal activity. Flaxseed absorbs a lot of liquid and forms mucilage, which ensures that the food is transported much faster and more efficiently. In addition, this mucus protects the gastrointestinal tract like a plaster, which is not only helpful for irritable bowel syndrome but also good for the intestines in general. Very important: drink a lot. Otherwise, flaxseed can cause abdominal pain, constipation, and even intestinal blockage.
Linseed oil is healthy for the brain, heart, and much more
Flaxseed oil is extracted from the flaxseed and is best cold-pressed. It is sold in dark bottles and should be used within a few weeks because linseed oil consists of 45 percent of the omega-3 fatty acid α-linolenic acid and the omega-6 fatty acid linoleic acid. Both go rancid quickly. But the way they’re found in flaxseed oil, they’re a rare, very healthy mix: they’re good for the brain, for blood pressure, and for chronic inflammatory diseases.
A bit of linseed oil per day – mixed with quark or simply spooned out pure – is also ideal for people suffering from rheumatism, depression, or heart disease. Among other things, α-linolenic acid is required for blood formation and as a component of cell membranes. It lowers blood pressure and cholesterol levels, thus protecting the cardiovascular system. Linseed oil is also considered anti-inflammatory and antibacterial.
Prussic acid: Caution overdose!
Linseed contains hydrocyanic acid, which in excess can lead to stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting. In addition, flaxseed can affect the effects of medications that are absorbed directly through the gastric mucosa. Therefore, one should not consume more than two tablespoons of flaxseed oil and two tablespoons of flaxseed per day. In some oils, the hydrocyanic acid has been filtered out.
