| Flaxseed Oil Could Help Reduce Post Menopausal Osteoporosis Risk | | Hi Friends,Adding flaxseed oil to the diet could reduce the risk of osteoporosis in post-menopausal women and women with diabetes. Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone mass and structural deterioration of bone tissue, leading to bone fragility and an increased risk of fractures of the hip, spine, and wrist.
For women, bone loss is fastest in the first few years after menopause, and osteoporosis is most common in women after menopause, when it is called postmenopausal osteoporosis. The presence of so-called "omega-3 fatty acids" in flaxseed oil may play a role in protecting the processes of matrix formation and bone mineralization, which are apparently compromised by diabetes and menopause. It is evaluated how flaxseed oil in the diet might delay the onset of osteoporosis.Even Flaxseed's are excellent source of the omega-3 essential fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), as well as phytoestrogens known as lignans. They are a very good source of dietary fiber, magnesium, potassium, and manganese. They are a good source of the minerals phosphorus, iron, and... | |
| | What are some of the benefits of eating flaxseed? | | My neighbor left some ground flax seed for us to put on our yogurt. We used it, but didn't really know why its good for you. How do you eat flax seed? What do you put it in and why is it supposed to be so great? (ALA), as well as phytoestrogens known as lignans. They are a very good source of dietary fiber, magnesium, potassium, and manganese. They are a good source of the minerals phosphorus, iron, and copper.Some studies have found flaxseed to be beneficial in reducing cholesterol.. | |
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| Need help with flaxseed! | | I am forever reading about the health benefits of flaxseed. Does anyone on here use flaxseed? Where does one buy flaxseed? What does it taste like? How do you use it in cooking or whatever? Thanks for all your help! | |
| | Have you ever eaten Flaxseed? | | Have you ever tried flaxseed? It's quite good and very healthy. I usually stir it in yogurt or cereal. It has a nice nutty flavor to it. But there are many more uses for it.It contains Omega-3 and a lot of fiber, so it's very healthy for you. It's know to lower cholesterol as well.The best way to get it, is as flaxseed meel or ground flaxseed.
Have you ever tried it and if not would you? | |
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| Can you put flaxseeds in anything? | | It was suggested to me to sprinle some flaxseeds onmy cereal. But which cereal? Just oatmeal or also on my alphabits?
Can I add them to french toast or something alike? Any suggestions on incorporating them into my meals? | |
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| Puffed wheat vs. Whole grain cereal? | | I compared the nutrition labels on a bag of puffed wheat to a box of a rolled grain cereal. The puffed wheat only had 2g of fiber, whereas the rolled grain cereal (Uncle Sam's grain/flaxseed) had 10g of fiber.When you puff wheat, are you removing good things about the wheat? I'm really trying to find a good cereal for me, that has the whole grain, and I'm concerned that puffed wheat isn't it! | |
| | are you eating some of these beauty food? | | There is no doubt that all of us want to look beautiful, slim and fit and young. we have to exercise sufficiently to look good. But it is important to eat the right food. A number of beauty foods that are healthy and help in enhancing our looks. Let's check the following common beauty foods and see how many of them are you eating regularly.Apple Cider Vinegar: This vinegar has a number of healing properties and it makes the skin soft and supple. Apple cider vinegar is concentrated with enzymes and these help peel off dead skin cells. It breaks down fat and helps food digest properly. Carrots: Maintain the outer layer of the skin to prevent premature aging. It works just like Retin A. Cheese: Make a slice or two of hard cheese a part of your diet. Cheese helps to prevent bacteria from growing in the mouth and prevents cavities. Citrus Fruits hold the skin cells together by forming collagen. Collagen cannot be added to the skin topically and hence fruits and juices must be made an integral part of our daily diet. Garlic combats wrinkles and restores tissues.
Yogurt ishigh is calcium and helps to keep smile white and teeth cavity-free. Sweet Potatoes are... | |
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| How do you get more fiber in your daily diet? | | Everyone hears have a diet rich in fiber...How exactly do I incorporate that into my life every day? How do you? Can you offer any advice? I also am taking Metamucil but I need food ideas too. Thanks. | |
| | Dry skin help | | This is the time of year. My skin gets all dried out. I can put lotion on and an hour later it is dry and itchy again. What kind of lotion do you use for dry skin? Does it keep your skin soft all day? I have even used the stuff that is supposed to be for extra dry skin and last all day, but still dry skin. Help? | |
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