Benefits of Flaxseed - Natural, Healthful, Homemade
Skin Care
The benefits of flaxseed and
flaxseed oil are numerous! Flaxseed comes from a blue flowering plant
located on the western prairies of Canada. The plant, linum
usitatissimum, bears fruit. Inside the fruit lies glossy brown
seeds. These seeds are best digested when ground to a fine texture or used
as oil. A clear to yellowish oil is pressed from these seeds, called
flaxseed oil or linseed oil. Flaxseed has a sweet and nutty flavor.
Flaxseed and flaxseed oil offer many healthful benefits and are used a
variety of ways!
BENEFITS OF FLAXSEED / FLAXSEED OIL:
FIBER:
The fiber found in flaxseed oil
contains a balance of soluble and insoluble fiber. This fiber helps clean
the colon, inhibits the formation of disease causing organisms in the
intestine, stabilizes blood sugar levels and is a natural laxative. Fiber
maintains proper functioning of the digestive system and acts like a sweeper,
cleaning the colon of toxins, metabolic waste and dried mucus.
PROTEIN:
Flaxseed oil provides essential
protein for the body. It is considered to be a complete amino acid,
essential for healthy metabolism and the absorption of nutrients. Its
high quality protein source helps maintain healthy hair, skin and nails.
Its protein source increases energy, as well! For every 100 grams of
flaxseeds, you average 25 to 30 grams of protein.
LIGNANS: (Natural Anti-Bacterial
Nutrients)
One hundred times more lignans are
found in flaxseeds than wheat bran, rye, oats, and soybeans. Lignans have
anti-viral, anti-tumor, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. They
reduce the activity of free radicals and flush excess estrogen out of the body,
reducing estrogen-linked cancers. Lignans are found in flaxseeds themselves
but not in the extracted oil. Some brands have lignans added during the
production phase.
MUCILAGE:
Mucilage forms from flaxseeds after
soaking them for about thirty minutes. This mucilage has the consistency
of light oil, which lubricates and absorbs toxins, well. It helps to
prevent toxic build up in the bowels and makes a gentle, non-irritating,
laxative.
VITAMINS & MINERALS:
Flaxseeds contain an impressive list
of vitamins and minerals including: vitamin B1, B2, B6, vitamin C, vitamin E,
vitamin K, calcium, sulfur, potassium, phosphorous, manganese, silicon, copper,
nickel, molybdenum, chromium, cobalt, iron, carotene, zinc, magnesium,
riboflavin, niacin, folate, selenium and pantothenic acid. The benefits
of vitamins and minerals maintain healthy cardiovascular system, colon, brain
function, skin, boosts immunity, metabolic system, circulatory system, and
more!
ESSENTIAL FATTY ACIDS: Omega 3
& Omega 6
Omega 3 fatty acids lower LDL, (bad cholesterol), improves brain
function, (memory, performance, behavioral functions), lowers risk of heart
disease, lowers blood pressure, reduces risk of estrogen linked cancer, reduces
symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, (joint pain and morning stiffness), and
reduces inflammation.
Omega 6 fatty acids improve brain function, stimulate skin and hair
growth, maintain healthy bones, regulate metabolism and maintain the
reproductive system. Both omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids are necessary
for human wellbeing. Since the body cannot make these essential fatty
acids, they must be found in external sources.
HOMEMADE SKIN CARE:
Flaxseed improves skin conditions
such as eczema, psoriasis, inflammation, acne, rosacea, dry and
mature skin by providing healthy cellular activity and skin regeneration.
It softens skin, heals abrasions, reduces scars, heals burns, reduces the
redness of rashes, and reduces inflammation. When combining this natural
oil with calendula oil and mango butter, it is healing for dry skin, dry flaky
skin, dry scaly skin and more. Flaxseed can be used for making homemade
soap, lotions, creams, balms and more. Flaxseed is well known for its
overall healthful skin care benefits!
Flaxseed can be used internally
and externally. Internally, you can sprinkle ground up flaxseeds on
foods like oatmeal, mixed vegetables, cereals and breads. Instead of grinding
up flaxseeds, some find it easier to take a recommended dosage of flaxseed oil.
Add this natural oil to a protein shake or just a glass of water. The
health benefits of flaxseed oil and flaxseed are numerous!
Externally, flaxseed or flaxseed oil can be used in making homemade
lotion, soaps, creams, balms and other homemade skin care products! You can
improve your overall health, inside and out, with the benefits of flaxseed and
flaxseed oil!
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