Flaxseeds A Day Keep The Doctor's Away
Written by Zigfred Diaz   
Sunday, 20 December 2009 09:06
Presently, televisions and radio advertisements are flooding the airwaves with alternative medicines in the form of herbal food supplements. The reason why there are many alternative medicine advertisements is because people have gone crazy over the herbal food supplements thinking that the "cure all" promised by the marketers is true.
by ZigfredDiaz


Presently, televisions and radio advertisements are flooding the airwaves with alternative medicines in the form of herbal food supplements. The reason why there are many alternative medicine advertisements is because people have gone crazy over the herbal food supplements thinking that the "cure all" promised by the marketers is true.

Maybe the reason behind all these craziness lies in the failure of traditional western medicine to live up to its expectations in the "art of healing". Also, recent surveys have shown that the younger generations are more prone to the diseases which are normally experiences when one reaches the age of 50 and above.

Now another natural herbal food supplement is gaining more attention. This herbal, called flaxseeds, is claimed to be very beneficial to ones health. Though the name sounds new, its health benefits flaxseeds has long been used around 500 B.C. in Egypt, Greece and Rome. Back then many people worshipped this herb since it was said that it could heal the intestines and skin conditions, and improve energy and the totality of ones health because of its "magical powers."

Commercializing of flaxseeds and its availability to the masses has only been done recently when medicine and drug companies took advantage of the findings done by reputable laboratories. Furthermore, its commercializing has gone into full throttle because of the strong recommendation for its use by health care professionals.

Lignans and Omega 3 fatty acid are the two very important components of flaxseeds. Our body benefits from liganus because it not only contains anti-cancer properties but also helps our hearts as well. On the other hand, Omega 3 fatty acids gives nourishment to our brain. It also provides a healthy glow to our hair and skin. Flaxseeds is composed of 30% fiber and 40% healthy fat. The high fiber content of flaxseeds helps those suffering from hypoglycemia and diabetes while decreasing the chances of having heart disease, coronary artery disease, and strokes. The combination of Omega 3 helps the body burn fat efficiently by increasing the body's metabolism.

About the Author:

Zigfred Diaz is a fan of Food Supplements but this is not what his blog is all about. He writes about several helpful topics including Philippine politics and Current events, money management, investments, law and business. Go visit his blog today!