How Flax Seed Can Improve Your Cholesterol Levels

By Melanie Thomassian, Health Pro Tuesday, March 29, 2011

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Flax seeds have become more and more popular in recent years, due to their health-protective properties. Most notably, reducing the risk of heart disease, as well as the prevention of some cancers. So, why are flax seeds beneficial for heart health? Flax seeds and chole...

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1/ 1/12 11:16pm

Thanks for the article. If I take 1 teaspoonful of ground flaxseed everyday then after how long will I be able to see its effects on cholestrol?

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By Melanie Thomassian, Health Pro— Last Modified: 01/28/12, First Published: 03/29/11

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