Published 09:38 IST, October 15th 2019

Flax Seeds Benefits: Five different health perks of the crop

Flax seeds are considered to be very beneficial for our body. They are also considered to be a cure for lots of various diseases. Read on to know more.

Reported by: Deepankar Ranjan
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Flax is originally a fibre and food crop which grows in Asia, Europe and Mediterranean. y are golden yellow to reddish-brown seeds of flax which contain phytoestrogens as well as soluble fibre and oil. y are mostly rich in nutrients which provide various useful benefits to our body and health. y are also kwn to reduce undesirable fats in  blood and improve circulation. Here is list of five most important health benefits of flaxseeds.

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Health benefits of flaxseeds

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1. High-quality protein

Flax seeds are often considered as a great source of plant-based protein which has various health benefits to human body. y have a rich variety of ami acids and aspartic acid. It is proven to be good for our immune system. Flax seeds might be answer to all your worries.

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2. Digestive problems

Flaxseeds are kwn to be very effective for all digestive problems. y quickly heal mild digestive problems.  It includes bloating, gas, abdominal pain and nausea. It is best to start with small doses and work your way up to 1-2 tablespoons daily. You can also d it in your diet chart. y are also considered natural laxatives.

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3. Versatile Ingredient

Flax seeds are often seen as a versatile ingredient. y can be also ded to many of our day to day life food. Mixing m to yoghurt or dressing m on your sal can be a good idea. ding m in fluids like water or to thicken your smoothies can also help your body to get cleansed.

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4. Rich in nutrients

Flax seeds are an excellent source of nutrients. y contain a variety of nutrients that are helpful to our bodies. It has fibre, lignans and omega-3 fatty acids present inside m. y can reduce level of free ricals inside our body and it can help us in better functioning.

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