Why do I always chew flax seeds? Everyone should know this, especially women over 35!

Flax, whose Latin name is translated as “the most useful”, is one of the most ancient plants cultivated by man and has always been highly valued for its medicinal properties.





Flax seeds are the most valuable source of omega-3 fatty acids indispensable for the prevention of atherosclerosis. 100 g of seeds contains 22 g of omega-3. For comparison: in 100 g of walnuts - 6 g of fatty acids, and in 100 g of mackerel - only 5 g.





Flaxseed has a high content of manganese, magnesium and coarse dietary fiber, which improve digestion and reduce blood cholesterol. This product is a great addition to the diet of people leading a healthy lifestyle.





Properties of flax seeds Let's try to highlight the main useful flaxseed:

  1. Flax seeds are a sorbent and clean our intestines from toxins and toxins no worse than activated carbon, have a mild laxative effect.
  2. Reduce the likelihood of some forms of cancer. In particular, breast cancer and colon cancer.
  3. Reduce blood pressure and reduce the accumulation of atherosclerotic plaques by 75%.
  4. Restore the intestinal microflora.
  5. Improve the condition of the skin and hair.


Especially useful flaxseed women after 35 years - reduces the risk of breast cancer and alleviates the unpleasant symptoms of menopause. Flax seeds contain phytoestrogens, which help regulate the hormonal background of women and are substitutes for the female sex hormone (estrogen).





Regular intake of the product allows you to regulate the menstrual cycle and alleviate the condition during menopause. Taking flaxseed is recommended during pregnancy. The composition of this product contains many valuable trace elements and other useful substances necessary for the full development of the fetus.



How do I take it? Polysaccharides in the shell of flax seeds can bind a lot of water - that is why when the seeds insist, a viscous jelly is formed, which is taken orally for treatment.





Take 2/3 tablespoon of seeds. In the evening, pour them with boiled water at room temperature so that the liquid completely covers the seeds. In the morning on an empty stomach, drink mucous infusion and soak with seeds. With this method of use, all the beneficial properties of omega-3 fatty acids are better preserved.





Nutritionists recommend insisting rather than boiling the seeds, since with prolonged heating, fatty acids are oxidized, peroxides are formed, which, on the contrary, are harmful to the body and can have a carcinogenic effect.





10 minutes after taking flaxseed, you can drink your first glass of water for the day. If you want to stimulate the metabolism to the full program, 10 minutes after taking a glass of water, eat a green apple. And after 10 minutes you can have breakfast with a calm soul.







How do you know if you bought a good flax seed? Flax seeds can be bought in almost every pharmacy. A pack of seeds costs from 30 to 70 rubles. The seed should be dry and crumbly, have a characteristic sweet smell, no mustyness, especially rot. The color of the seeds should be light brown or yellow.





It is better not to buy crushed seeds, grind them yourself, as they are quickly oxidized and not stored for a long time. An important quality criterion is the amount of mucus that is formed in the morning on the seeds. The more, the better.



Contraindications
  1. Excessive consumption of ice seeds and insufficient water can lead to intestinal obstruction. There are seeds in small portions, necessarily washed down with water.
  2. In the presence of stones in the bladder or gallstone, with pancreatitis, cholecystitis, flax seeds should be used with great caution, since they have a strong choleretic effect.
  3. In some people, when using flax seed, bloating or flatulence may occur, in this case, you need to reduce the dosage.






Drink. flax-seed in the morning, and you will feel much better, digestive processes will improve, extra pounds will go away, the skin will be cleaned. Do not forget that for an ideal result, you need to drink up to 2 liters of water per day.