Nutritional Benefits

High in Fibre

Flax is a rich source of dietary fibre. Dietary fibre accounts for about 28% of the weight of a whole flax seed. According to the American Dietetic Association and Dietitians of Canada, most North Americans currently consume 12-17g of fibre a day. This is significantly lower than what is recommended. Experts recommend a dietary fibre intake of 25-35g a day as part of a healthy diet. Scientific evidence reveals that high fibre diets help to prevent or treat gastrointestinal disease, constipation, cardiovascular disease, diverticular disease, colon cancer, diabetes, iritable bowel syndrome, Crohn's disease, hypercholesterolemia and obesity.

What makes flax seed stand out above other whole grains is its mix of fibre. Flax contains generous amounts of both insoluble (2/3 of fibre in flax) and soluble fibre (1/3). Insoluble fibre (non-digestible form) helps to decrease bowel transit time and increase bowel movements. Soluble fibre (digestible form) helps to lower serum cholesterol and blood glucose levels.

References

The Chicago Dietetic Association, The South Suburban Dietetic Association, Dietitians of Canada. 2000. Manual of Clinical Dietetics (6^th ed.). American Dietetic Association, Chicago, Illinois, United States.

USDA Nutrient Data Base for Standard Reference (for selected cereal grains).

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