FlaxPro - Ready to Eat Flax Seeds

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FlaxPro are premium quality flaxseed that are brittle and break down easily during the chewing and digestion process. Therefore they do not require grinding before use. Our company uses a patented process to make FlaxPro seeds brittle and convenient to use. There is no nutrient loss during this process. In fact, FlaxPro seeds have 6% more nutrients and a higher nutrient availability because of decreased moisture and better digestion than regular flaxseed.

Flax Seeds are a natural source of Omega-3 Fatty acids, Beneficial fiber, Lignans, and Protein

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is ready to eat? Why doesn’t FlaxPro need grinding before use?

Flaxseeds have a seed coat that is hard to digest. If you eat whole flaxseed your body is not able to break them down and digest them fully. The seeds will basically pass through you. It is recommended that whole flaxseed should be ground in a coffee grinder or food processor to break the seed coat so that they can be digested fully. Ground flaxseed will develop a rancid/metallic flavor if you store them for a longer period. The process of grinding and storing ground seeds is not convenient. Our company has developed FlaxPro Premium flaxseed that are READY TO EAT, convenient to use, and do not require grinding before consuming.

Why use FlaxPro Over Regular Flaxseed?

Does not require grinding before consuming
Higher (6%) nutritional value because of less moisture
Higher nutrient availability and convenient to use
The convenience of being able to keep it on your dining-room table and sprinkle on your favorite dish, soup, salad, cereal or salad
FlaxPro may easily be included in cereals, dough, casseroles and other baked and cooked foods

How do I store FlaxPro?

FlaxPro is packaged in an airtight container and can be stored up to one year from date of manufacturing. To maintain high quality and freshness, store FlaxPro in the refrigerator whenever possible.

How can I use FlaxPro?

Sprinkle on soup, salad, pasta, pizza or cooked vegetables
Add to homemade muffin, cookie or bread recipe
Sprinkle them onto your hot or cold cereal
To pump up the nutritional value of your breakfast, shake, yogurt or smoothies, by adding FlaxPro
Eat them as a healthy snack

Why Eat Omega-3 Fatty Acids from Flax Seeds?

Flaxseed provides one of the only non-animal sources of Omega-3 that contains significantly more Omega-3 than Omega-6. About 57% of the total oil in flax seeds is in the form of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an Omega-3 fatty acid that is essential for human health. To improve Omega-3 levels and ratio between Omega 3 and Omega 6, it is important to consume foods that contain significantly higher levels of Omega-3 than Omega-6. There are very few foods that do that – flaxseed is one of them.

How much FlaxPro should I eat a day?

If you are beginner user, we suggest you start with one teaspoon and gradually increase up to one tablespoon a day.

What is the difference between Brown Flaxseed and Golden Flaxseed?

Brown flaxseed provide the same nutritional benefits as golden. You can choose the color of flax seeds you like. Brown flaxseed are grown more commonly than golden. Our own experience is that the shell of the golden flaxseed is slightly softer than the brown.

Flaxseed vs. Fish: Is the Omega-3 fats in fish the same as those found in flax?

The Omega 3 fatty acids in fish oil are the EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA docosahexaenoic acid) fatty acids and the Omega 3 fatty acids in flax seed / flax seed oil are the ALA (alpha linolenic acid) fatty acids, all of which are polyunsaturated. Flax and its oil are perhaps the most widely available botanical source of Omega−3. Flaxseed oil consists of approximately 55% of total oil as ALA. The EPA and DHA are 20 and 22 carbons long respectively. The Omega-3s in flaxseed are 18 carbons long. Most Americans are Omega-3 deficient because of our over-processed diets, People need more Omega-3 fats in their diet, whether they come from fish or flax, but the key benefits come from EPA and DHA. The body has an ability to take the 18 carbon long Omega-3 from flaxseed and lengthen them into EPA and DHA. This conversion of 18 carbon long Omega-3 to EPA and DHA is not very efficient process. The bottom line is that if you are looking for omega-3 fats, the two supplements are similar, but certainly not equal. It is however better to have the omega-3s from flaxseed than to not have any at all. It is worth mentioning here that flaxseed have other health attributes. It is an excellent source of lignan, a phytochemical that may have cancer protective effects. Flaxseed is also an excellent source of dietary fiber, protein and minerals.

I’m currently taking a prescription medication. Can I still eat FlaxPro?

We recommend that you consult your physician or dietary expert before taking FlaxPro.

Does FlaxPro contain Gluten?

Flax contains no gluten.

How many Calories are in FlaxPro?

100 grams of FlaxPro seeds has approximately 475 calories.

Are FlaxPro Premium flax seeds Organic?

FlaxPro is not prepared from certified organic flaxseed. We use 100% natural, non-GMO flax seeds with nothing added or taken out.

Can Children take flax seeds?

Yes, flaxseed are good for both adult and children ages 6 and up. Remember, start slowly with one teaspoon and gradually increase up to one tablespoon a day.

Does Fiber in Flaxseed Help with Constipation?

Yes, flaxseed works excellent for people suffering from constipation. The fiber in flaxseed binds with water, swelling to form a gel which, like other forms of fiber, helps soften the stool and move it along in the intestines.

How does Flaxseed works as a natural weight loss product?

Flaxseed are rich in oil, a high energy nutrient. Eating flaxseed give you “satisfied” feeling. The feeling that you get when you have completed a meal. Nutritionists term this as satiety – the feeling of fullness. Foods with minimal nutritive value leave you still craving food. Eating flaxseed will reduce your overall daily food intake and assist you with weight management. The oil in flax seed is rich in omega-3 essential fatty and is good for your health.

Do Flaxseeds have anti-inflammatory benefits?

Flaxseed a rich source of Omega-3 fats can help reduce the inflammation that is a significant factor in conditions such as asthma, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, migraine headaches, and osteoporosis. Omega-3 fats are used by the body to produce Series 1 and 3 prostaglandins, which are anti-inflammatory hormone-like molecules, in contrast to the Series 2 prostaglandins, which are pro-inflammatory molecules produced from other fats, notably the omega-6 fats, which are found in high amounts in animal fats, margarine, and many vegetable oils including corn, safflower, sunflower, palm, and peanut oils.

What are lignans and how do they help in preventing cancer?

Flaxseed is particularly rich in lignans, special compounds that are converted by beneficial gut flora into two hormone-like substances called enterolactone and enterodiol. These hormone-like agents demonstrate a number of protective effects against breast cancer and are believed to be one reason a vegetarian diet is associated with a lower risk for breast cancer. Studies show that women with breast cancer and women who are omnivores typically excrete much lower levels of lignans in their urine than vegetarian women without breast cancer. In animal studies conducted to evaluate lignans’ beneficial effect, supplementing a high-fat diet with flaxseed flour reduced early markers for mammary (breast) cancer in laboratory animals by more than 55%.

What Role do Flax Seed Play in Preventing Breast Cancer?

An article by Dr. Lilian U. Thompson et al. Published in the Proceedings of the US Flax Institute Symposium, 2004. Flaxseed plays a role in the prevention and treatment of breast cancer and that the lignans may in part be responsible for its effect. The nature of the effect depends on the stage of the cancer process at which flaxseed and its lignans are introduced in the diet. Only limited studies in humans, particularly in breast cancer patients, have been conducted but the results so far are promising. However, long-term studies in patients particularly those taking breast cancer drugs such as tamoxifen need to be conducted to further assess the application of flaxseed in breast cancer treatment.

What Role do Flax Seeds play in Reducing Hot Flashes in Women?

Researchers recruited 29 postmenopausal women who had suffered from at least 14 hot flushes each week for at least one month, but would not take estrogen because of a perceived increased risk of breast cancer. After taking 40 grams (1.4 ounces) of crushed flaxseed each day for six weeks, the frequency of hot flashes decreased 50%, and the overall hot flash score decreased an average 57% for the 21 women who completed the trial. J Soc Integr Oncol. 2007 Summer;5(3):106-12.

How do Flaxseeds aid in Treating Dry Eyes?

According to paper presented by Colin C. K. Chan, M.D., and Brian S. Boxer Wachler, M.D. at the 2006 annual meeting of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery: Flaxseed rich in omega-3 fatty acids taken orally may be an effective treatment for the treatment of dry eye. Eighty-one patients (152 eyes) were treated with either 3,000 mg daily of flaxseed oil or 100 mg twice daily of doxycycline for seven days before and after LASIK surgery. Study results indicated that flaxseed oil was as effective as doxycycline in preventing dry eye after LASIK eye surgery. Additionally, flaxseed oil group had fewer side effects than doxycycline, making it a good alternative.

Safe use of Flaxseed

Flaxseed is generally believed to be safe. However, there are some potential risks to consider. As with many substances, there have been reports of life-threatening allergic reactions to flaxseed. Because of its potential effects on estrogen, pregnant or breast-feeding women should probably avoid flaxseed. Flaxseed may not be safe for women with a history of estrogen-sensitive cancer, such as breast cancer or uterine cancer. Do not apply flaxseed to open wounds or broken skin.
People with known allergy to flaxseed or any other members of the Linaceae plant family or Linum genus should avoid flaxseed products. Based on animal studies, overdose of flaxseed may cause shortness of breath, rapid breathing, weakness, or difficulty walking, and may cause seizures or paralysis. Large amounts of flaxseed by mouth may cause the intestines to stop moving (ileus). People with narrowing of the esophagus or intestine, ileus, or bowel obstruction should avoid flaxseed. Talk with your doctor before consuming large amounts of flaxseed. Consult a healthcare provider immediately if you experience side effects.
Read More at: http://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/flaxseed-and-flaxseed-oil/safety/hrb-20059416

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