Flexseeds: Health Benefits, Nutrition, Side Effect and How to Use Flexseeds

 

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Flexseeds is also called flaxseed or “Tisi” in Hindi. Flaxseed is used in many household dishes at home. Although the seeds of real are very small, but according to the health expert, the treasure of health is hidden in the small seeds of flaxseed. By consuming flaxseed regularly, you can avoid many serious diseases. You can use flaxseed even in the summer season and by including its seeds in the diet, you can avoid the risk of many diseases. Linseed has been used not from today but for thousands of years. 

1. Helps to keep heart healthy and reduce bad cholesterol: 

Flax seeds are one of the best sources of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). It is a type of omega-3 fatty acids that work to keep the heart healthy and cholesterol under control. In this way, it also helps in reducing the level of cholesterol. According to experts, by consuming it regularly, it helps in reducing the level of LDL ie bad cholesterol. This keeps your blood pressure right. If you are a patient of high blood pressure, then you can consume flaxseeds on the advice of a doctor. People who have low blood pressure problems should avoid eating flaxseeds. In addition to omega-3 fatty acids, protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals are also found in flaxseed. This is the reason why flaxseeds improve digestion. And by consuming it, you can also avoid dangerous diseases like type 2 diabetes, cancer and heart disease. 

2. flaxseed for weight loss:

Flax seeds are considered very beneficial for weight loss. Actually, flaxseeds are a very good source of fiber. About 2 grams of fiber is found in just 7 grams of flaxseeds. Flax seeds contain both soluble and insoluble fiber. Soluble fiber absorbs water in the intestines and slows down digestion. Due to which the appetite is reduced and will help in the process of weight loss faster and the weight remains under control. If you want to lose weight, then you can include flaxseeds in your diet. 

3. Relieve Constipation: 

Flax seeds are considered very good for digestion. Flaxseed contains ample amount of fiber, which can help to overcome the problem of constipation by increasing the digestibility. Flaxseed contains ample amount of fiber, which can help to overcome the problem of constipation by increasing the digestibility. If you want to get rid of the problem of constipation, then you can consume roasted flaxseeds. Actually, the soluble fiber present in it makes the process of bowel movement easier.

4. Helpful in keeping skin and hair healthy:

Flaxseeds are rich in anti-oxidants and phytochemicals, vitamin E and omega fatty acids. The anti-oxidants and phytochemicals present in flaxseed, reduce the signs of aging and prevent the early appearance of wrinkles on the skin. Vitamin E present in it helps to make both your skin and hair healthy and beautiful while Omega fatty acids help in improving their quality by providing adequate nutrition to the hair follicles and skin cells and also make the face free. It also protects against damage caused by radicals.

5. Improves Sleep: 

Consumption of flaxseed is beneficial in the disease of sleeplessness. The element present in flaxseed promotes the production of serotonin hormone which regulates sleep. Apart from this, the magnesium present in it improves sleep by reducing your stress. If you have trouble sleeping, then after consulting a doctor, you can mix roasted flaxseed in a little milk and drink it every night and sleep. By this you will get good sleep, for this, mix equal quantity of linseed, and castor oil, grind it well in a bronze plate. Applying it like kajal in the eyes helps in getting good sleep. 

6. Helpful in controlling diabetes: 

Consumption of flax seeds. Beneficial for type 2 diabetes patients. Flaxseed is rich in omega fatty acids and fiber which help in stabilizing blood sugar levels. Flaxseed is a good way to control blood sugar.

7. Helpful in the problem of Arthritis: 

Flax seeds are rich in many nutrients which are considered very beneficial. Antiarthritic present in flaxseed, reduces arthritis. If you are troubled by the problem of arthritis, then the use of flaxseed can prove beneficial for you. You can also get relief from your joint pain by adopting some home remedies. Linseed oil massage is beneficial in joint pain.

Apart from this, there are many other benefits of flaxseed such as its use gives relief in toothache. Consumption of flaxseed is beneficial even in a disease like that. Apart from this, linseed seeds are very beneficial for thyriod, cough and dryness of wounds, eye diseases, pain and swelling. You can use flaxseed with the advice of a doctor. Some home remedies will be shared in the next article.

Nutrition:

Flax seeds are rich in nutrients. Healthy fat, sodium, potassium and magnesium are found in good amounts in flaxseeds. Along with this, flax seeds also contain a good amount of carbohydrates, dietary fiber, protein and calcium. Flax seeds are also a good source of iron, omega 3 fatty acids and vitamin B6. According to a research, the following nutrition is found in a spoonful of ground flaxseed. 

Daily Value Nutrition
	Amount Per 1 tbsp, ground (7 g)	Amount Per, 100 grams
Calories	37	534
Total Fat	3 g	42 g
Saturated fat	0.3 g	3.7 g
Sodium	2.1 mg	30 mg
Potassium	56.9 mg	813 mg
Total Carbohydrate	2 g	29 g
Dietary fiber	1.9 g	27 g
Sugar	0.1 g	1.6 g
Protein	1.3 g	18 g
Calcium	1%	230mg
Iron	2%	5.78mg
Vitamin B6		0.393 mg
Magnesium	6%	372 mg

Side Effect of Flaxseeds: 

- Loose Motions: If flaxseed is eaten in the right quantity, then it can cure constipation, but if taken in excess quantity then it can also cause loose-motion.

- Blockage in the intestines: According to experts, eating more flaxseeds than necessary without taking enough fluids can cause blockage in the intestines. Those who have already had such complaints should not eat flaxseeds.

- Especially patients of Scleroderma should not eat them because it can cause terrible constipation. However, flaxseed oil is used to treat scleroderma.

- Allergies: Some people who eat more flaxseed have complained of allergies. Eating too much flaxseed can cause allergic reactions such as shortness of breath, low blood pressure and anaphylaxis.

- Not only this, there may also be complaints of nervousness, abdominal pain and vomiting.

- If you want to get pregnant: Flaxseeds act like estrogen and women who eat flaxseeds daily can change their period cycle. Apart from this, women who are suffering from hormonal problems such as polycystic ovary syndrome, uterine fibroids, uterine cancer and ovarian cancer should be careful while including flaxseed in their diet. Consuming large amounts of flaxseeds can increase the risk of infertility due to these problems.

- Unsafe during pregnancy Since flaxseeds have estrogen-like properties, it can cause periods. Pregnant women are not advised to eat flaxseeds because eating them can cause periods which are enough to harm both the unborn baby and the mother.

How to use: 

Flax seeds have a very hot effect, so you should consume them in limited quantities. People of the same pitta nature should avoid eating flaxseeds.

Keep in mind that if you eat any good thing, then eat it in the right way, so that it can benefit you. It is important to know that how you eat flaxseed, then we tell you that you can eat it raw too, but to increase the taste, fry the flaxseeds for 5 minutes. Grind the roasted flax seeds in a grinder. Now you can take a spoonful of this powder every day. According to health experts, instead of eating whole flaxseed, it is more beneficial to eat ground flaxseed (ground flaxseed). Actually, whole flax seeds have a brown cover on top, which is very difficult for the intestine to digest and due to this the body is unable to absorb the nutrients of flaxseed. This is the reason why it is advised to grind the real one and eat it. In this way, roasting flaxseeds and consuming it gives all these benefits to the body. Also, if you do not want to eat it by roasting it directly, then after roasting it, grind it into a powder and then eat it in lentils, in vegetables, in juice, in smoothies and by making chutney with lemon juice. It will be tasty as well as healthy.

Flax seeds can be consumed in many ways. Both linseed seed and linseed oil are easy to use. Both can be included in various dishes. But we are telling you how to consume flaxseeds-

• Flaxseed powder can be taken by mixing it in smoothies.

• Flax seed powder can be used for salad dressing.

• To increase the fiber and taste in your food, you can add flaxseeds on top of the food.

• Curd can be eaten by mixing it with flaxseeds.

• Soak linseed seeds in a glass of water overnight. Drink this water on an empty stomach in the morning and chew the seeds from flaxseed.

Consult your doctor to get the full benefits of flaxseed.

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