The benefits of a balanced intake of flaxseed and its extremely wide range of uses have been known for centuries. Today it is found in a number of different foods. The three top ingredients in flaxseed are Omega-3 essential fatty acids, beneficial fiber and lignans. Seeds of this species are rich in protein, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and a bunch of other trace elements. The most effective way to use flaxseed is to use ground - finely or directly in powder form. Add ground flaxseed to your healthy menu and you will certainly experience the wide range of its beneficial properties on the body in the first month. You can consume minced meat as an additive to coconut or almond milk, your favorite shakes or smoothies, yogurt or oatmeal. Ground flaxseed can be used as a supplement to flour or directly instead. Ground flaxseed is also a great addition to fresh salads. We also find it in recipes for dishes with dark sauces and meat.
