Ancient Seed | p. 5 |
Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) | p. 6 |
Functions of EFAs | p. 6 |
Omega-3 and Omega-6 | p. 7 |
Negative Effects of a Fatty Acid Imbalance | p. 9 |
Flaxseed: Triple the Benefits | p. 10 |
Fish Oil vs. Flaxseed and Flaxseed Oil | p. 10 |
Flaxseed and Lignans | p. 11 |
Flaxseed and Fiber | p. 12 |
Health Benefits of Flaxseed | p. 13 |
Heart Disease | p. 13 |
High Cholesterol | p. 14 |
High Blood Pressure | p. 16 |
Stroke | p. 16 |
Rheumatoid Arthritis | p. 17 |
Multiple Sclerosis | p. 18 |
Psoriasis | p. 18 |
Cancer | p. 19 |
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder | p. 20 |
Additional Roles of Flaxseed and Flaxseed Oil | p. 21 |
Continuing Research | p. 23 |
Selecting a Flaxseed Source | p. 24 |
Choosing a Good Flaxseed Oil | p. 24 |
Tips for Storing and Using Whole or Ground Flaxseed | p. 25 |
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