Flaxseed-Lignans Education
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Added Proteins Make Flax Absorbable
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Oil and water don't mix. We humans are about 70% water so vegetable oils or high oil content seeds can be difficult to absorb, robbing us of many o... -
To Lignan or Not To Lignan - Part 2
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.We left off last week talking about SDG's, which is short for secoisolariciresinol diglucoside. SDG is the phytoestrogen lignan, it is the active ... -
How does Flaxseed Oil Extract powder compare to liquid oil?
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Why make an extract?
The major reason is stability. As you probably know if you've hung around here for any time, virgin organic, cold pressed oil is very sensitive to rapid oxidation. The only way to maintain even a few months stability is to maintain an environment of no light and no oxygen, more the latter.
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To Lignan or not to Lignan.
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When I first read Dr Johanna Budwig's translated studies regarding oil and protein combinations and their impact on health, I was stunned by the cl... -
Another Study Confirms the Effectiveness of both Flax Oil and Lignans on Reducing Human Breast Cancer Tumors.
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News FlashThe National Institute of Health (NIH) published the results of a comparative study on the effects of flax lignans, flax oil and the two combined -
Flax Seeds, Natures Best Superfood
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Flaxseed is generally consumed for its nutritional properties and perceived health benefits, which this article will examine in further detail. -
The Many Benefits of Lignans
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Lignans are phytonutrients that have both soluble and insoluble fiber. Lignans are antioxidants that may also support the immune system. Additiona... -
Both flaxseed oil and seed lignans reduce breast cancer tumors in NIH Government study, which was better?
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A study conducted at The Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Toronto wanted to see which component of flaxseed combined with Tamoxif... -
Flaxseed Oil: This Anti-Inflammatory Oil Is Great For Blood Sugar & Skin
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Image: ArtJazz October 14, 2018 — 9:28 AM Olive oil, coconut oil, grapeseed oil, peanut oil, avocado oil, canola oil—the list of all the different... -
Anti-Inflammatory Benefits of Flaxseed, Get Joint Pain Relief Now!
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Author: The Arthritis Foundation Step aside, salmon. Scoot over kale. Make room for flaxseed, a rightful member of the healthiest foods club. It ... -
Essential Fatty Acids Are Essential
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Essential Fatty Acid Basics
The body can synthesize most of the fats it needs from the diet. However, two essential fatty acids, linoleic and alpha-linolenic, cannot be synthesized in the body and must be obtained from food. These basic facts, found in plant foods, are used to build specialized fats called omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.1 Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids are important for the normal functioning of all tissues of the body.
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