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| Description: Flax seed is Erect, Annual or Perennial plant growing up to 1.2 m (3 ft. 11 in) tall. It flourishes well both in tropical as well as subtropical climates and thrives in deep moist soils rich in sand, silt, and clay. The plant has strong taproot that can grow to the depth of 3 to 4 feet. It has erect, slender stem with multiple branches on top of the plant. Leaves are glaucous green, simple, slender lanceolate with smooth edges, 20-40 mm long and 3 mm broad alternately arranged on the stem. Flowers are pure pale blue, 15-25 mm in diameter, with five petals. Fruit Flax fruit pod is a round, dry capsule 5-9 mm diameter, containing several brown or golden-yellow seeds (depending on cultivar type). Its seeds feature smooth, glossy surface and flat shape that somewhat appear like sesame seeds, but quite larger, measuring about 5-7 mm in length. Seeds are usually yellow, greenish, green-brownish, brown or very dark (almost black) depending on cultivar type. It has mild nutty flavor and nutty yet pleasantly sweet taste. The seeds are commonly consumed in one of three ways: whole seed, ground seed (powder or meal), or flaxseed oil. Nutritional Value: Apart from their nutty yet pleasantly sweet taste, flaxseed oil is a good source of nutrients, vitamins and minerals. Consuming 218 gram of flaxseed oil offers 217.96 g of Total Fat, 20.3 µg of Vitamin K, 1.02 mg of Vitamin E, 0.15 mg of Zinc, 0.24 g of Protein, 2 mg of Phosphorus, 2 mg of Calcium and 0.4 mg of Choline. Health Benefits: 1. Beneficial for Cancer Test tube and animal research have shown that flaxseeds suppress the formation of several types of cancer like colon, breast, skin and lung cancer. Increased blood levels of sex hormones have been related with an increased risk of several cancers. Flaxseeds may modestly lower serum levels of sex hormones in overweight women, and decrease the risk of breast cancer. Similarly consumption of flaxseeds has also been shown to have protective effects against prostate cancer. 2. Good for Heart Health Early research found that flax seeds may aid in lowering total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol levels. They may also keep platelets from becoming sticky, thus decreasing the risk of a heart attack. 3. Digestive Health Diarrhea and constipation are actually a major distress and may even threaten health. About 2-7% of people in the USA suffer from chronic diarrhea, while reoccurring constipation affects 12-19% of the population. This rate can be as high as 27% in Europe, with women at twice the risk of men. Several researches have found that flaxseeds actually prevent both diarrhea and constipation. The content of insoluble fiber in flaxseeds adds bulk to the digestive waste, acting as a laxative and relieving constipation. It has also been proposed that the soluble fiber binds to water in the digestive tract. This causes it to swell and increase the bulk of the stool, thus preventing diarrhea. 4. Menopausal Symptoms Lignans found in the flax is shown to have benefits for menopausal women. It can be used as an alternative to hormone replacement therapy since lignans do have estrogenic properties. These properties help reduce the risk of osteoporosis. It can even help menstruating women by helping maintain cycle regularity. To experience the flax seed benefits for your hormones include 1-2 tbsp of flax meal in a breakfast smoothie along with 1 tbsp of flax seed oil. 5. Weight Loss Flaxseeds are actually a useful part of a weight loss diet. They contain soluble fiber, which becomes highly sticky when mixed with water. This fiber has been shown to be effective at suppressing hunger and cravings, possibly promoting weight loss. Research on weight loss diets showed that flaxseeds decreased inflammatory markers by 25-46%, compared to weight loss diets without them. 6. Help with immune disorders Flaxseed consists of considerable amount of Lignans and ALA which help to reduce inflammation that affects the body's immune system. Thus, flaxseed is beneficial in reducing the risk of such immune disorders as rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis. 7. Blood Pressure Flaxseeds are effective at lowering blood pressure than any other food. In a six-month research of people with high blood pressure, the systolic blood pressure (SBP) was reduced by 10 mmHg. In this same research, the diastolic pressure (DBP) was reduced by 7 mmHg. Patients who entered the study with an SBP greater than 140 mmHg experienced a reduction of 15 mmHg. A 7 mmHg reduction in DBP was also noted. For each 5 mmHg reduction in SBP, and for each 2-5 mmHg reduction in DBP, the risk of stroke has been estimated to be reduced by 11-13%. The risk of heart disease is reduced by 34%. 8. Healthy Skin and Hair Regular consumption of about 2 tbsp of flax seeds to your smoothie or 1 tbsp of flax seed oil is quite beneficial for getting healthier skin, hair and nails. The ALA fats in flax seeds benefits the skin and hair by providing essential fats as well as b-vitamins which help reduce dryness and flakiness. Additionally it can improve symptoms of acne, rosacea, and eczema. This also applies to eye health as flax can reduce dry eye syndrome. Flax seed oil is another great option since it has higher concentration of healthy fats. You can take 1-2 tbsp internally to hydrate skin and hair. It can also be mixed with essential oils and used as a natural skin moisturizer. 9. Diabetes According to the World Health Organization, 1 in 10 adults had diabetes in the year 2012. In people with type 2 diabetes, research show that supplementing 10-20 g/day of flaxseed powder for 1-2 months may reduce fasting blood sugar by up to 19.7%. However, not all research has found flaxseeds to be effective in regulating blood glucose and insuli-n levels. Although the link between flaxseeds and type 2 diabetes is still unclear, they are considered a safe and healthy addition to the diet for individuals with type 2 diabetes. 10. High in Fiber, but Low in Carbs Flax seeds consist of high levels of mucilage gum content. Mucilage is actually a gel-forming fiber that is water soluble and has incredible benefits on the intestinal tract. Mucilage helps to keep food in the stomach from emptying too quickly into the small intestine which increases nutrient absorption. Moreover, flax is extremely high in both soluble and insoluble fiber which can support colon detoxification, fat loss and reduce sugar cravings. You should consume 30-40 g of high fiber foods daily. 11. Blood Cholesterol High blood cholesterol is a well-known risk factor for heart disease. Research has shown that the daily consumption of flaxseeds, or flaxseed oil, help to lower cholesterol levels by 6-11%. These researches have also shown a 9-18% reduction in the number of LDL particles. This is supported by animal research showing that flaxseeds may lower cholesterol levels and improve the composition of blood fats. Flaxseeds is quite beneficial useful when consumed with cholesterol-lowering medication. In one 12-month research, flaxseeds caused an additional 8.5% reduction in LDL-cholesterol, when compared to those not consuming flaxseeds. This cholesterol-lowering effect is believed to be caused by the high fiber and lignan content found in flaxseeds. The fiber and lignans bind with cholesterol-rich bile acids and carry them down the digestive tract. This help to reduce cholesterol levels in the body. |
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| Analysis | Specification | Results |
| Assay(HPLC) | ≥20% | 0.214 |
| Appearance | Brown yellow fine powder | Complies |
| Ash | ≤5.0% | 0.036 |
| Moisture | ≤5.0% | 0.035 |
| Pesticides | Negative | Complies |
| Heavy metals | ≤10ppm | Complies |
| As | ≤2.0ppm | Complies |
| Odor | Characteristic | Complies |
| Particle size | 100%through 80 mesh | Complies |
| Bulk density | 30~50g/100ml | 43g/100ml |
| Solvents Residue | Negative | Complies |
| Microbioiogical : | ||
| Total of bacteria | ≤1000cfu/g | Complies |
| Fungi | ≤100cfu/g | Complies |
| Salmgosella | Negative | |
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