Flax is an incredibly healthy food that has been called the new wonder plant.

At LoveSelf we adore baking with flaxseed and are thrilled to tell you that the nutrients stand up to heat and baking.

This fabulous little seed is full of healthy vitamins and minerals.

One of the most thrilling benefits of flax is that it is high in fiber!

Flax also contains fabulous omega fatty acids including Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA). ALA is another of those great anti-oxidants. As you have heard us say at LoveSelf, anti-oxidant means that it helps protect against damage to a body’s cell and can have an impact on healing cellular structures. The ALA in flax has been shown to help with the blood sugar challenges in diabetes type 2, along with diabetic neuropathy.

Flax and its fabulous nutrients have been stated to assist in protecting against heart disease and certain types of cancers.

This brilliant seed also contains the highest amount of Lignans. Lignans a phytonutrient (plant food), also act as an anti-oxidant. Along with many other benefits, they have the happy job of promoting hormone regulation, supporting the immune system, and even assisting in reducing the stress hormone Cortisol.

In other words, flax loves your body, helps stress, protects your heart, is high in omega three, lowers blood sugar, may lower some types of cancer risk, is a hormone regulator, and is great for your nervous system. WOW!