Are you looking to include a protein and fiber rich food in your diet with some omega-3 fatty acids? Here are flax seeds for you, also a good source of Lignans. Lignans are described as phytoestrogens with properties similar to the hormone estrogen.
Health benefits of Flax seeds
- Constipation- Flax seeds are rich in dietary fiber. Consuming flax seeds is believed to increase bowel movements and relieve constipation.
- Sugar control- Eating whole or ground flax seeds regularly for 10-12 weeks is said to regulate Type 2 diabetes.
- High BP control- It is suggested that chewing whole flax seeds by mouth reduces blood pressure to some extent, thus reducing the risk of heart disease.
- Inflammation control- Flax seeds are believed to reduce inflammation in kidneys caused due to lupus.
- Help in weight loss- The high fiber content in flax seeds makes people feel fuller for longer periods, and therefore aids in weight loss.
- Good for female health- The estrogen-like properties ease the symptoms of menopause and lower the risk of osteoporosis and breast cancer.
How to consume flax seeds
The adult dosage of flax seeds is 20-30 grams by mouth daily.
- Mix whole flax seeds with your breakfast cereal, meals, and salads.
- Ground flax seeds powder can be added in soups, stews, and curries.
- Top your desserts like kheer, porridge, and puddings with a sprinkle of roasted and powdered flax seeds.
- Add whole flax seeds in baked goods like breads, cakes, muffins, cookies, and snack bars.
Flax Seed Ladoo Recipe
Ingredients
- Roasted Gram Dal- 1 cup
- Crushed or powdered Jaggery- 1/4 cup
- Cardamom Powder- 1 teaspoon
- Freshly ground flax seed powder- 1/4 cup
- Almond Powder- 1/4 cup
- Ghee- 1/4 cup
Method
- Start with dry roasting the already roasted chana dal until it changes color slightly.
- Powder once it cools down.
- In a large bowl, take all the ingredients, and knead well with your hands till you get a soft ball of mass. Start making small lemon sized balls.
- Keep rolling fast so that the heat in your hands binds all ingredients together.
- The flaxseed ladoos are ready.
- Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
- Enjoy with a hot cup of Masala Chai or Coffee.
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