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Two years back while I was walking to my college my knee got sore. It didn’t seem to bother me at first, but slowly it became more severe. I told my mother about it and asked her to take me to the doctor, but instead, she gave me some seeds to eat. And believe me, the pain started to fade away in just an hour, those seeds were magical, for sure.
In today’s world, where we are going nuts for beauty and fitness, it has become the norm to spend our hard-earned money on high-priced products whereas we don’t know that something simple in our kitchens can do wonders.
That simple, and powerful superfood is Flaxseeds, also called Linseeds. Flaxseeds are rich in protein, fiber, omega-3 ALA (an essential fatty acid), mucilage, phytoestrogens, anti-cancer lignan, and micronutrients, such as vitamin B1 and manganese.
A study has shown that adding flaxseeds to your diet can lower cancer risk, help you maintain a healthy weight and blood pressure, and get glowing skin and healthy hair.
But how can we use this super seed in our diet?
My experience made me research more about the benefits of flaxseeds and I found some recipes and remedies very interesting. I tried and tested many of them and the results were extremely effective.
A versatile ingredient, flaxseed can enhance the taste and texture of almost any recipe with its mild, nutty flavor and crisp, crunchy consistency. Adding seeds to a variety of dishes can make them healthier. Flaxseeds can be used in salads, roti, paratha, raitas, smoothies, pancakes, tea, and whatnot. Flaxseeds should be a chief food in your diet, and I’ll tell you why.
Benefits of Flaxseeds
Flaxseeds Reduce Inflammation
The omega-3 fatty acids in flaxseed can help to reduce inflammation, by introducing more omega-3 fatty acids into our bodies, the blood vessels expand, making it easier for blood to flow through unhindered.
The inflammation in your body can be reduced by eating one teaspoon of flaxseeds with one glass of room-temperature water a day.
Flaxseeds can help in Weight Loss
As a result of fiber consumption, hunger can be suppressed and unhealthy munching can be avoided. It is possible to lose weight by adding a teaspoon of flaxseeds to the diet once a day. A flaxseed-rich diet can be achieved through a variety of foods, including tea, flaxseed drinks, yogurt, and flaxseed oil.
Here are two different recipes you can easily make for weight loss;
Flaxseed Tea
To shed weight, add flaxseeds to your tea. Let’s see how to make it.
Ingredients
Flaxseed powder: 1 tbsp.
Honey/lemon juice (to taste)
Cinnamon: a pinch
Water: 1.5 cups
Method
Take 1.5 cups of water in a pan and boil it. Add 1 tbsp of flaxseed powder, a pinch of cinnamon, and honey or lemon juice as you like, and give it a good mix. Boil it for 5-8 minutes and your Flaxseed tea is ready.
Flaxseeds and Yogurt
Yogurt is rich in protein. And can help you to regulate your hunger and prevent unhealthy snacking. A combination of flaxseeds and yogurt is best to melt away your weight.
Ingredients
Yogurt: 1 cup
Flaxseed powder: 1.5 tbsp
Method
Take a deep bowl, and add 1 cup of yogurt and flaxseed powder. Enjoy your healthy and flavorful snack.
Flaxseeds Control Sugar Level
The fiber content in flax seeds makes them low-glycemic foods. Hence, when consumed, blood sugar levels won’t spike, and promote blood sugar control.
1 teaspoon of powdered flaxseeds may help to control sugar levels. However, consult your doctor first for confirmation of the amount of flaxseed intake.
Beauty Remedy of Flaxseed
In addition to being amazing for your body, flax seeds are also great for your skin. As a result of their high content of lignans and antioxidants, they are effective in tightening the skin and preventing sagging. Furthermore, they’re rich in fatty acids that moisturize, hydrate, and nourish your skin.
If you want flawless glowing skin then there is a remedy you should try;
Flaxseed Gel
Ingredients
Water: 2 cups
Flaxseed: ½ bowl
Method
Take 2 cups of water and ½ bowl of flaxseeds in a pan. Boil it on medium flame with continuous stirring. When a white gel-like liquid emerges turn off the flame. Cool it down. Use a cotton cloth to extract flaxseed gel from the mixture. Apply it to your face with the help of cotton and wash it with cold water after 30 minutes. It can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 month in a refrigerator.
Apply flaxseed gel once or twice a week.
Flaxseed Hair Mask
Flaxseeds also benefit hair. By applying a flaxseed hair mask you can get long, silky, shiny, and frizz-free hairs.
Follow the recipe to make the flaxseed gel and then add a few more ingredients for healthy, shiny, and silky-looking hair.
Ingredients
Flaxseed gel: ¼ cup (recipe mentioned above)
Hot coconut oil: 2 tbsp
Any essential oil: a few drops
Method
In a bowl, mix well all ingredients. And your hair mask is ready.
Apply it to your roots, massage it all over your head, and leave it for 1-2 hours. Wash it off using your shampoo and conditioner. This hair mask will help you to prevent hair loss also. You will surely see wonders when flaxseeds will become a part of your life.
