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Importance of flaxseeds

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Dt. Archana ShahDietitian/Nutritionist • 12 Years Exp.M.sc Food & Nutrition
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Do you know you can make flax seed powder and improve your health - add a pinch while rolling roti, sprinkle on fruits, salad or add to your delicious smoothie too. These tiny seeds helps to improve your digestion and give you clear skin. Here are few health benefits of flax seeds

1. Weight loss:
Since flax seed contain full of healthy fat and fiber, it will help you feel satisfied for longer so you will eat less calories, which helps you to lose weight naturally. Omega-3 fatty acid present in seeds will help you to lose weight in a healthy way.

2. Lower cholesterol:
The soluble fiber present in flax seed will trap fat & cholesterol in digestive system and make it unable to absorb in the body.

3. Improve digestion:
Omega-3 fatty acids present in flax seeds helps to protect the digestive track. The fiber present in flax seed provides bulk to your stool and helps to cleans waste from your body.

4. Diabetes:
Consuming 1 tsp flax seed everyday helps to maintain your blood sugar level normal.

5. Rich in anti-oxidants:
The other nutrition fact is flax seeds are also packed with anti-oxidants. It also helps for the growth of probiotics in the gut. Seeds are also known for antibacterial and anti-viral properties.
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