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    What are the health benefits of eating flaxeeds?
    Lyssandra Guerra
    Lyssandra Guerra
    Certified Nutrition & Wellness Consultant
    Lyssandra Guerra is a Certified Nutrition & Wellness Consultant and the Founder of Native Palms Nutrition based in Oakland, California. She has over five years of nutrition coaching experience and specializes in providing support to overcome digestive issues, food sensitivities, sugar cravings, and other related dilemmas. She received her holistic nutrition certification from the Bauman College: Holistic Nutrition and Culinary Arts in 2014.
    Lyssandra Guerra
    Certified Nutrition & Wellness Consultant
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    Flaxseeds are great at reducing inflammation due to their high omega 3 count. Flaxseed is also high in soluble fiber, which is great if you're trying to prevent constipation. Lastly, due to their phytoestrogen quality, flaxseeds have a positive estrogenic effect on hormones.
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    Is flaxseed good for females?
    Lyssandra Guerra
    Lyssandra Guerra
    Certified Nutrition & Wellness Consultant
    Lyssandra Guerra is a Certified Nutrition & Wellness Consultant and the Founder of Native Palms Nutrition based in Oakland, California. She has over five years of nutrition coaching experience and specializes in providing support to overcome digestive issues, food sensitivities, sugar cravings, and other related dilemmas. She received her holistic nutrition certification from the Bauman College: Holistic Nutrition and Culinary Arts in 2014.
    Lyssandra Guerra
    Certified Nutrition & Wellness Consultant
    Expert Answer
    Flaxseeds have a positive impact on estrogen regulation in the body. This makes flaxseeds a great option if you’re trying to balance your hormones.
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    How should flax seeds be eaten to enjoy the benefits of omega 3 fatty acids?
    Patricia Somers, RD, PhD
    Patricia Somers, RD, PhD
    Registered Dietitian
    Patricia Somers is a Registered Dietitian and an Associate Professor of the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy at the University of Texas at Austin. She received her RD from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in 1979 and her PhD in Educational Administration (Higher Education Specialization) from the University of New Orleans. She received an Emerging Scholar Award from the American Association of University Women and the Faculty Excellence Award in Research from the University of Arkansas, Little Rock.
    Patricia Somers, RD, PhD
    Registered Dietitian
    Expert Answer
    You can eat flax many different ways. Try eating flax in oil, whole seed, or ground form.
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    What about ground flax seed packaged for use? Is it good to consume like that?
    Patricia Somers, RD, PhD
    Patricia Somers, RD, PhD
    Registered Dietitian
    Patricia Somers is a Registered Dietitian and an Associate Professor of the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy at the University of Texas at Austin. She received her RD from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in 1979 and her PhD in Educational Administration (Higher Education Specialization) from the University of New Orleans. She received an Emerging Scholar Award from the American Association of University Women and the Faculty Excellence Award in Research from the University of Arkansas, Little Rock.
    Patricia Somers, RD, PhD
    Registered Dietitian
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    Ground flax is easier to digest. The whole seeds are so tiny that they can pass right through the GI system.
  • Question
    Can flax seeds be eaten directly?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    They can, but limit the amount to a tablespoon per day. The nutrients are better absorbed if you consume it ground.
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    Can I eat raw flax seed?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    No. Let it soak overnight and drink it. The seeds break open and become soft and edible.
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    Do I eat flax seed before or after a meal?
    Joseph_85
    Joseph_85
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    It can be the main part of the meal. There are recipes for hot flax cereal, flax pancakes, and other ideas online.
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    Could a heart patient on medication use flax seeds?
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    Community Answer
    Most likely, yes. However, you should still bring this up with your doctor.
  • Question
    Can I eat flax seeds for dinner?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    You can add some to your dinner, but you should not eat purely flax seeds.
  • Question
    Should I eat flax seed before or after a meal?
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    Community Answer
    They can be eaten with your meal.
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    Is it okay to drink the water left over from boiling flax seeds?
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    Community Answer
    I make flax seed tea for gallbladder pain. I boil, simmer, and steep a tablespoon of flax seed. It becomes gelatinous. I then strain the seeds and drink it. It tastes nice and woody.
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    To grind the flax seed, does it need to be roasted first?
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    Community Answer
    No, you can just add the seeds to the grinder and consume the powder. You can mix it with oats or salad.
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