The use of flax seed has been widespread since ancient times, when it was already used not only for fabric production, but also for cooking. It has been proven that even in the Bronze Age, people were able to make cold-pressed oil from seeds.
In many countries of the world, flaxseed is used for baking bakery products, as well as in the manufacture of other dishes. In Russia, this application is not as developed as in European countries, but we also began to look closely at the beneficial properties of flaxseeds. Nowadays, numerous studies are being carried out regarding the effect of this product on human he alth. In the US and Canada, it is recommended for daily consumption. Flax seed has a unique composition, which is why it has become so common all over the world.
Flax seeds are very useful because they contain fatty acids of plant origin: Omega-3, 6 and 9. It is known that the human body cannot produce such acids for itself, so it is very important that these substances come from outside in sufficient quantity. In addition, the composition of flax seed includes suchtrace elements like potassium, calcium, chromium, iron, iodine and many others.
For normal performance, the body needs fiber, which cleanses it, normalizing the work of the gastrointestinal tract.
White flax seeds contain 35 to 43% dietary fiber. And seven percent of them are fiber.
Eat flax seeds as a supplement or separately. You can add them to purees, salads, sauces, cereals, etc. It is also possible to mix the seeds with cottage cheese, yogurt or milk. This results in a he althy and very tasty product.
The use of flax seed in a variety of dishes does not affect the technology of their preparation. At the same time, the nutritional value increases, which means that the quality increases markedly. Using ground seeds, you can prepare a decoction similar to jelly. To make it, you need to pour one tablespoon of seeds with cold water and boil them for fifteen minutes.
The use of flax seed in medicine
This product is widely used for the treatment of oncology, as it contains lingans that slow down the growth of tumor cells at all stages. Flaxseeds help to resist many ailments, among them are the following:
- Thrombosis.
- Diabetes mellitus. Due to the omega-3 fatty acid contained in flaxseeds, the intensity of insulin action is noticeably increased. Along with this, the content of cholesterol in the blood is significantly reduced.
-All sorts of malfunctions in the thyroid gland.
- Any liver disease. The functioning of this organ becomes more intense.
- High blood pressure.
- Violation of the condition of the skin and hair.
- Weakness in the body of a general nature.
- The presence of parasites in the body.
With all the listed and similar complications, the use of flax seed will greatly facilitate the general condition of a person, and also contribute to a speedy recovery.
