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Organic Milled Brown Flax Seed Details
Flax contributes to healthy skin, pain relief, improved kidney function, lowered blood clotting, reduced cholesterol and triglyceride levels and sustained brain and eye health. Flax oil has shown positive results in the treatment of arthritis, psoriasis, eczema, high blood pressure, angina, strokes, coronary heart disease, multiple sclerosis, high blood cholesterol and cancer.
This herb is the richest source of Alpha-linolenic acid (an Omega-3 fatty acid). It also contains essential Omega-6 fatty acids, beta-carotene, glycosides, mucilage, oleic acid, magnesium, zinc, potassium, protein, fiber, vitamin A, B-complex, and E.
Milled flax seed offers, not only the health benefits of essential fatty acids in the oil, but also the benefits of flax fibre. The fibre in the flax seed acts as a laxative. Within the flax fibre are lignans, a phytochemical that bacteria convert to estrogen-like substances called enterodiol and enterolactone in the process of digestion. These phytoestrogens have anti-tumor effects. Lignans may also have antioxidant and cholesterol-lowering properties and may help to maintain bone density.
Organic flax seed that is an excellent source of fibre and lignans which can offer numerous health benefits.
Milled flax seed is nature's richest source of Omega-3 fatty acids and is high in dietary fibre and lignans. Flax seed contains more than 800 times the amount of lignans which can help relieve menopausal hot flashes and they also have anticancer, antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties. This product is grown in the fields of the Canadian Prairies and is vacuum packed to ensure freshness and preserve its light taste.
Consume two tablespoons (15 grams) of Herbal Select Milled Flax Seed sprinkled over salads, cereals, yogurt or a variety of hot prepared foods. Always read and refer to product packaging, directions, and inserts before use.
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| Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (15 grams) Servings per Container: 28 |
Amount Per Serving
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% Daily Value *
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| Omega-3 fatty acids |
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| Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 3.8 g | † |
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| Linoleic Acid (LA) | 1.1 g | † |
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| Oleic Acid (OA) | 1.2 g | † |
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* Percent daily values are based on a 2000 calorie diet
† Daily Value not established Note: Serving Sizes are rounded to the nearest whole serving |
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Ingredients: Freshly milled, certified organic flax seed. Certified organic by the Organic Crop Improvement Association.
Allergy Information: GMO - free. No binders or fillers. No gluten, dairy, yeast, sugar, corn, artificial colors, pollen, preservatives.
Warning: Keep bottle tightly closed. Store away from direct heat and moisture. Keep out of reach of children. Do not exceed recommended dose. Do not purchase if outer seal is broken or damaged. When using nutritional supplements, please inform your physician if you are undergoing treatment for a medical condition or if you are pregnant or lactating. If you have a bad reaction to product discontinue use immediately.
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