I hear so much about flax and to commonly use it, but what exactly is it?
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I hear so much about flax and to commonly use it, but what exactly is it?
flax is an oil get it in gelatin capsules or oil.
It is a plant. Oil is sometimes derived from its seeds and that is what you are likely hearing.Quote:
Originally Posted by se11
Miriam Webster:
Main Entry: flax
Pronunciation: 'flaks
Function: noun
Usage: often attributive
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English fleax; akin to Old High German flahs flax, Latin plectere to braid -- more at PLY
1 : any of a genus (Linum of the family Linaceae, the flax family) of herbs; especially : a slender erect annual (L. usitatissimum) with blue flowers commonly cultivated for its bast fiber and seed
2 : the fiber of the flax plant especially when prepared for spinning
3 : any of several plants resembling flax
It contains essential fatty acids. Do a search for them, or just put in EFA's.
Flax or flasxseed is a polyunsaturated fat. A good fat known as EFA=essential fatty acids, meaning they are required for normal bodily functions. They must be included in ones diet. Flax is high in Omega-3 (there are two Omega -6 being the other) rich in ALA-alpha linolenic acid( not to be confused with alpha lipoic acid a great anti oxyidant). Great for homone regulation ,joint health and many more. Fish oil is another Omega-3 but contains EPA & DHA instead of ALA. Ratio's should be about a 2:1 of 6's vs. 3's. But because of high fat meats this ratio is lopsided too much 6's. If there is too much 6s they will inhibit the 3's properties..
How do people consume flax? Is it like a snack, do they put it on their meals?
Health food stores sell flax oil. This is the most common method of consumtion. Some people buy flax seeds. They are a tasty additive in cooking taht is not only good, it's good for you.Quote:
Originally Posted by se11
it is not the best tasting stuff so i just down a tablespoon of it and get it over with.
Put it in all your Pro/Fat meals, it will make them taste like heaven, mmmm,Quote:
Originally Posted by se11
mmmmm!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
you add the oil on to your pro/fat foods and eat the seeds as a snack?