9 Flax Facts

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1. Flax oil is nature’s richest source of omega-3 essential fatty acids with 55-60% omega-3 content. Omega-3 has leading health benefits for heart health, brain function, diabetes control, reducing "bad" cholesterol, normalizing blood pressure, anti-inflammation, and hair and skin vitality.

2. Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is one of the 49 essential nutrients required for growth and development. Our bodies do not synthesize ALA, so we have to consume it as part of our diet. Flax is a rich source of ALA. The average North American diet is currently about 95% deficient in ALA.

3. Flax is one of the richest sources of lignans, which have anti-cancer and anti-aging health benefits.

4. Flax is one of the richest sources of phytosterols, with major cholesterol and heart health benefits.

5. A rich source of dietary fiber, flax has significant digestive and intestinal benefits.

6. Flax is a rich source of protein, with 23% protein content.

7. Flax is recommended to be consumed in food everyday, as our bodies do not make the essential nutrients flax contains.

8. Flax is a vegetarian source of omega-3.

9. Flax is one of the best foods for your heart, mind, and body.