We’ve all heard of flaxseed oil. We all know that it has many benefits, but have you ever tried to understand those benefits in depth?
Flaxseed oil, also known as flaxseed oil, is made from ground and pressed flax seeds. It contains many useful and active compounds, including minerals and phenolic compounds, including omega-3 fatty acids, healthy proteins, fiber, magnesium and calcium.
The benefits of flaxseed oil
Maintaining your health is the best way to live a healthy life. And for that, one should include healthy habits and add or omit certain things according to the needs of the body. Let us understand the most common benefits of flaxseed oil:
- Reduces the risk of cancer: Flaxseed oil contains linorbitides, which are known for their anti-cancer and antioxidant properties. This oil is also a rich source of dietary lignans, which have significantly reduced the risk of breast cancer. The alpha linoleic acid present in flaxseed oil also helps in slowing down the growth of cancer cells and killing them.
- Reduces Inflammation: Flaxseed oil contains omega 3 fatty acids, which help reduce inflammation. Flaxseed oil also helps reduce C-reactive protein in humans.
- It keeps the heart healthy: Flaxseed oil supplements are high in omega 3 fatty acids. In addition, the use of flaxseed increases ecoceptantenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid in the body, promotes heart health and prevents heart disease.
- It is suitable for the skin: Flaxseed oil contains powerful antioxidants and anti-aging properties. Flaxseed oil helps reduce skin irritation and promotes skin regeneration.
- Maintains intestinal health: Flaxseed oil has laxative properties and helps significantly reduce constipation. According to studies, flaxseed oil helps reduce constipation and diarrhea.
- Helps in weight loss: Flaxseed oil helps in suppressing appetite, which reduces food intake, ultimately helps in weight loss. Soluble fiber, which absorbs water in the intestines, is present in flaxseed, giving a feeling of fullness and preventing unnecessary eating.
When adding flaxseed to food, remember to add it after cooking, as adding oil after cooking enhances the heart health benefits. Then there are cereals, vegetables, pancakes, bread, muffins and cakes. You can use flaxseed oil in anything to enhance its health benefits. Are you a lover of Bruschetta? Try dipping it in flaxseed oil and roasted garlic. Replacing butter with flaxseed oil will help you achieve a healthier lifestyle. If you go to the gym regularly, then adding flaxseed oil to your protein shake or vegetable juice will also help you maintain a perfect balance of health and taste.
Alternatively, to consume flaxseed every day, you can add flaxseed oil to dips and sauces such as ketchup, mayonnaise, salad dressings or drizzle drizzle on potato salad. You can also add this healthy oil to soups or stews after cooking.
It is sufficient to consume 2 grams of flaxseed oil daily for 6 months. However, if the consumption lasts only 7 weeks, the person can take up to 24 grams more daily.
(Article written by Shammi Agarwal, MD, Pansari Group)
