Abstract :
Flax seeds are one of the potential oil seeds packed with excellent amount of nutrition and possess various health benefits. Interestingly, flax seeds’ health benefits are mainly attributed to the omega-3 fatty acids, lignans and fiber they contain. It is used in different forms, such as whole and flour. The flour is used in bakery products and provides nutty flavour, nutritional and health benefits of the final product. Consumption of this oil seed may lower both total and LDL cholesterol because of its low content of saturated fat, high PUFA and phytosterol content. Processing of flax seeds makes its nutrients are bioavailable. In this review,
nutrition composition and the health benefits of the flaxseed has been discussed.
Keyword :
Flax seeds, Linseed, Linum usitatissimmun, Hypocholesterolemic alpha linoleic acid.