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Despite the fact that modern medicine has reached incredible heights in its capabilities, many people still continue to unconditionally trust folk methods of treatment.
Recently, among fans of natural medicines, flax seeds have been very popular. Unique properties are attributed to this product, and it is interesting that doctors confirm its therapeutic effect in certain pathologies.
Flax seed can be used both raw and in the form of decoctions, infusions, and even flour. Due to its unique composition, flaxseed is considered a product that has a positive effect on almost all body systems.
Here are 10 reasons why each of us should eat flaxseed as often as possible.
10 Fighting excess weight
It is rather difficult to overestimate the value of flaxseed, since its diverse chemical composition contributes not only to weight loss, but also to maintaining the achieved result.
Flaxseed to some extent is a concentration of useful amino acids, vitamins and active substances, the polyunsaturated fatty acids (omega-3, omega-6) that are part of it are especially useful, which almost completely ensure the normal functioning of the organs and systems of our body.
Flaxseed is very high in plant fiber, which also helps in weight loss by reducing the risk of constipation.
9. Prevention of oncology
Flaxseed “bypasses” any known plant culture in terms of the amount of special substances – lingins. In addition, flax seeds contain a lot of dietary fiber and alpha-linoleic acid, which play an important role in preventing the development of malignant neoplasms.
This valuable property makes this product a real defender of a person in his confrontation with oncological diseases. Flaxseed is especially effective in fighting breast and colon cancer.
8. For the nervous system
Many people know that nervous shocks and stresses of varying severity adversely affect the physical condition of a person.
The central nervous system is a very important component of the human body, which controls the activity of all organs and provides a connection between a person and the outside world.
Of great importance for the nervous system is vitamin B3, which is contained in sufficient quantities in flax seeds.
Lecithin controls the vegetative part of the nervous system, and B6 is used as an additional therapy for diseases of the nervous system, so this vitamin is simply necessary for its normal functioning.
Flaxseed also helps with mental strain, systemic stress, depression and more serious mental disorders as an additional therapy.
7. Improving the functioning of blood vessels
Flax seeds are often used to treat and prevent atherosclerosis. This disease occurs due to the accumulation of fatty plaques on the walls of blood vessels.
Flax seed prevents this process, protecting the human body from sudden onset of myocardial infarction or stroke.
6. Strengthening immunity
Human immunity prevents the penetration of pathogenic microorganisms into the body. With violations of its work, the threat of developing various diseases increases.
Due to the adsorbing properties, flax seeds are able to remove decay products and toxins from the intestines. In addition, its microflora improves, and this in turn helps to strengthen the immune system.
These beneficial properties are explained by the presence of omega-3 fatty acids in flaxseeds. They prevent the development of inflammatory processes and saturate the body with valuable acids that have a positive effect on the state of cells. This helps a person to effectively resist a variety of pathogenic agents.
5. For the gastrointestinal tract
Polysaccharides, which are part of flax seeds, have the ability to bind water, due to which, when they are infused, a viscous jelly appears, which has a therapeutic effect in diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.
If flax seeds are consumed raw, chewed before swallowing, then they will help improve the condition of the gastrointestinal mucosa. These properties of flaxseeds are often used in the treatment of psoriasis, intoxication or intestinal disorders.
4. Throat diseases
For respiratory diseases of the respiratory tract, a decoction of flax seeds is used as a rinse. For bronchitis or pneumonia, the decoction should be drunk slightly warm.
3. For men
The use of flax seeds helps to restore potency, normalize the functioning of the prostate gland, get rid of congestion in the pelvic area – this is the main positive function of flax seeds for men’s health.
Among other things, the B vitamins in flax seeds improve the regenerative abilities of cells, speed up metabolism and ensure the production of proteins.
Thanks to this, a normal level of production of male hormones (androgens), muscle tone is maintained, and the quality of seminal fluid improves. All this makes flax seeds a very valuable product for the male body.
Vitamin C helps to strengthen the immune system, so that the body can more effectively resist bacterial and viral infections, which means that the risk of inflammatory diseases, including in the genitourinary system, is reduced.
2. For skin health
Valuable trace elements contained in flaxseed supply the skin and hair with the fats and B vitamins they need. This improves skin hydration and prevents deformation, delamination of hair and nails.
In addition, by taking flax seeds, you can reduce the intensity of acne, rosacea and eczema. Someone even manages to deal with the symptoms of “dry eye” in this way.
1. For women’s health
Flax seeds contain compounds that help slow down age-related changes and neutralize the effects of the negative influence of external factors.
Regular use of this unique product can be much more effective than the external use of professional cosmetics.
Flax contains substances that stimulate collagen synthesis. It helps to eliminate wrinkles.
In addition, flax seed softens the manifestations of premenstrual syndrome and helps to normalize hormonal levels during menopause.
This product is of no less value for the emotional state of a woman – it relieves stress, helps fight the main manifestations and negative consequences of stress, as well as prolonged depression.