10 Benefits of Flaxseed
Flaxseed Benefit #7: Lower Cholesterol
Omega 3 oils have been shown to lower LDL cholesterol as well as HDL cholesterol levels. One great source of omega 3 is flaxseed oil. What makes flaxseed special, is that it contains a high concentration of ALA, producing a lower inflammatory response while lower cholesterol levels than the other omega 3 fatty acids.
Cold pressed flaxseed oil has 7.3 grams of ALA in just one tablespoon of oil. Flaxseeds and flaxseed oil are both rich in omega 3 with the oil being a richer, more concentrated source. By themselves, flaxseeds have 2.3 grams of ALA in one tablespoon.
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