Skin and Superfoods Series- Flaxseed- Dr. Larisa Lehmer

Flaxseeds See links to summary videos on my favorite website for evidence-based nutrition information: https://www.nutritionfacts.org Skin benefits Improved sensitivity After three months of daily intake, participants on the flax had a significant decrease in skin redness in response to irritation that got better as the study progressed while there was no change in the placebo group. -Less wrinkles -Increased hydration -Improved smoothness -Less scaling Health benefits -Reducing inflammation -Weight loss -Reducing hypertension -Preventing and improving survival of breast cancer -Improving prostate cancer survival -Lowering blood sugar -Improving ovarian function Dose: 1 Tbsp ground flaxseed daily. Form: I purchase whole raw flaxseeds which are very shelf-stable and grind up as much as will fit in my coffee-grinder which ends up producing a scant cup of meal for easy access. Once ground, I recommend storing in the refrigerator for optimal freshness. How to get it IN: Flaxseeds have a mild nutty flavor. The easiest items to add ground flax to are hot cereals and smoothies. It is frequently used as a thickening agent for all types of dressings, sauce, soup, filling, or veggie stew!