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Just the Flax, Ma’am
Recently, flaxseed has been shown to possess some interesting anti-cancer properties, especially in regards to breast cancer—the most common malignancy amongst American women. Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) is the edible seed of the ancient flax plant, and is a rich source of dietary fiber, beneficial fatty acids, and phytochemicals. Flaxseeds are also known as “oilseeds” due to their high content of various fatty compounds. Flax is especially high in α-linolenic acid, an omega-3-fatty acid similar to Read more…