🟤 Flax Seeds – The Ancient Superseed for Modern Health🌾

 

🌾 What Are Flax Seeds?

Flax seeds, also called alsi in Hindi, are small, flat, oval-shaped seeds with a smooth, shiny surface. Available in brown or golden varieties, flax seeds are among the oldest crops known to mankind and have been used for thousands of years.

These tiny seeds are packed with fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and plant-based protein — making them a must-have for modern, healthy lifestyles.

🍴 How Are Flax Seeds Used?

🥣 Sprinkled on smoothies, curd, or oats

🥛 Mixed into water or buttermilk and consumed as a drink

🧁 Added to baked goods like muffins, breads, and cookies

🥗 Used in salads and chutneys for added crunch

🍚 Mixed into roti flour or dosa batter for extra fiber

🥚 Used as an egg replacer in vegan cooking.

✅ Health Benefits of Flax Seeds:

1. Rich in Omega-3 (ALA) – Good for heart and brain

2. High in Fiber – Aids digestion and keeps you full

3. Reduces bad cholesterol – Supports heart health

4. Balances hormones – Especially useful for women

5. Supports weight loss – Suppresses appetite naturally

6. Improves skin and hair health – Thanks to antioxidants

⚠️ Storage & Caution:

📦 Store in airtight container in a cool, dark place

❄️ Best to refrigerate ground flax to avoid spoilage

✅ Always grind before eating to absorb nutrients better

❌ Don’t eat raw in large amounts – can cause bloating

💡 Did You Know?

1 tablespoon of flax seeds contains about 2 grams of fiber and 1.5 grams of omega making it a perfect daily supplement for heart, digestion, and skin glow.