Linseed: healthy and cleansing?
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It is an ideal remedy for intestinal problems and would also be good for your heart and blood vessels, among other things. Linseed; just like chia seeds, a common superfood. All kinds of health benefits are attributed to it. Is that right?
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Linseed is the seed of flax, hence the English name flax seeds. They are small seeds with a nutty, slightly bitter taste. This makes them multifunctional. You can add flax seeds to your porridge, smoothie or salad. Even if you bake cookies or bread, linseed is a great fit.
Healthy
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According to the enthusiasts, linseed is a real superfood. The small seeds are rich in alpha linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid. And that is important for your heart and blood vessels. Linseed also contains vitamins B1 and 2, calcium, magnesium, zinc and potassium. However, linseed is mainly used to promote bowel movements. The seed is very rich in fiber that absorbs moisture in the intestines. This stimulates the intestinal passage. Linseed is also said to have a cleansing effect on the intestines and the seed ensures a satiated feeling. The omega-3 fatty acids in flaxseeds are already beneficial for your heart and blood vessels, but the small seeds also contain polyphenols. And the polyphenols are rich in antioxidants. The fibers in linseed also ensure that sugars are absorbed less quickly into the blood, so that there are fewer blood sugar fluctuations.
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Broken
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You buy linseed broken, whole or in the form of oil. It is best to use broken linseed in a smoothie, cottage cheese or salad. That way you absorb the nutrients better. The entire variant is not digested at all and leaves the body in its entirety. You can also break whole flax seeds yourself with a mortar or short in the food processor. Linseed oil is best stored in a dry cool place. The seeds themselves also do well in a kitchen cupboard. It is better not to heat flaxseed because the nutrients will be lost.
In moderation
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The Netherlands Nutrition Center recommends using linseed in moderation, but a temporary use of 15 to 45 grams of broken linseed per day should not cause any problems. Still, they think it is better not to eat large amounts of flaxseed. Linseed contains cyanogens, just like elderberries, bitter almonds and cassava. The body can convert these cyanogens into the poison cyanide. A high dose of cyanide can obstruct breathing and cause cardiac arrest. The finer the seed is ground, the greater the chance that harmful compounds will be absorbed by the body A