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Flax and Fecal Flora
March 30, 2012
The trillions of good bacteria in our gut can be thought of as an additional organ, metabolizing, detoxifying, and activating many crucial components of our diet. The formation of lignans from phytonutrient precursors found predominantly in flax seeds is one such example.
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Breast Cancer Survival and Lignan Intake
March 29, 2012
One teaspoon of flax seeds may double one’s daily production of lignans, phytonutrients that appear to play a role in both breast cancer prevention and survival.
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A better breakfast
January 19, 2012
The antioxidant power of American breakfast fare is compared to a smoothie that contains berries, white tea leaves, and Indian gooseberry (amla) powder.
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Avoiding cholesterol is a no brainer
September 1, 2011
Eggs and brains are the two most concentrated sources of cholesterol in the diet.
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New Cholesterol Fighters
March 27, 2011
Eight products put to the cholesterol-lowering test.
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Flaxseeds vs. Chia Seeds
February 20, 2011
Flax and chia seeds can both be considered superfoods, but which one has the edge?
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Fill in the Blank
December 21, 2010
What four letter food is associated with reduced blood pressure and body fat?
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Preventing Arthritis
October 8, 2010
Even flexitarians might be at increased risk for developing arthritis.
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Algae-Based DHA vs. Flax
October 7, 2010
Everyone should consider taking plant-based (yeast- or algae-derived) long chain omega-3 fatty acid (DHA/EPA) supplements.
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Good, Great, Bad, & Killer Fats
September 7, 2010
Avoiding trans fats doesn’t just mean staying away from junk food.
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Just the Flax, Ma’am
August 20, 2010
Ground flax seed consumption may decrease breast cancer risk by slowing one’s menstrual cycle. It may also control prostate enlargement as effectively as the leading prescription drug.
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Plant-Based Prevention
August 19, 2010
Phytonutrients may in part account for the benefits of whole plant foods in cancer prevention.
