Technical Nutrition Information

This section will be of interest mainly to the health professional, including dietitians, nutritionists, researchers, and members of the medical profession. This information on the health benefits of flax contains references to scientific journals and uses medical and scientific terms.

DIETITIANS' NEWS

A brochure for consumers

Flax - A Health and Nutrition Primer, Fourth Edition, 2007

Health-conscious consumers raise the demand for flax and flax-enriched foods as they become more aware of the potential benefits of flax in reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke and cancer. The role which flax is qualified to play as a healthy food is the subject of this book ... flax - A Health and Nutrition Primer

Nutrition Fact Sheets: New Flax Facts!

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• Flax and the Low-carbohydrate Diet
  
  
• Flax - Omega-3 Fats in Flax and Fish
  
  
• Flax — A Smart Choice
  
  
• Flax — Omega-3 Fats Are Essential for Infants
  
  
• Flax Favourably Affects the Immune System
  
  
• Flax —ALA and Other Omega-3 Fats May Protect Against Arrhythmia
  
  
• Flax Reduces Inflammation Leading to Atherosclerosis
  
  
• Flaxseed — Storage and Baking Stability
  
  
• Metabolism of Alpha-Linolenic Acid
  
  
• Flax Lignans Have Anticancer Effects in Breast Tissue
  
  
• Food Sources of Alpha-Linolenic Acid
  
  
• Flax Helps Prevent Heart Attacks and Stroke