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Side Effects Of Flaxseed Meal
Flaxseed, also known as linseed, has been talked about since the 1950s as a potential cancer-fighting food. The grain is available as flour, meal, and seeds. It's found in some multi-grain breads, cereals, breakfast bars, and muffins. The toasted seeds can be sprinkled into salads, yogurt, or smoothies.
Just like omega-3 fatty acids, flaxseed is a good source of lignans — compounds that may have a weak estrogen effect. When a weak estrogen-like substance takes the place of your body's natural...
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