8 Health Benefits Of Flaxseeds, From Better Ageing To Bowel Health

They could help us to live longer, too.

Most of us know that eating enough fruit and veg is a great way to bolster our health. But seeds have also been described as “concentrated health assets” that can benefit everything from our bones to our heart and brain.

And some, like flaxseeds, “may influence key biological processes relevant to ageing, underscoring [their] potential to promote healthy ageing”. They could even increase our longevity.

So perhaps it shouldn’t be surprising to read that the seeds, also known as golden linseeds, have been called a “superfood” by NHS Fife.

Here are just a few reasons to consider adding them to your diet:

Eight health benefits of eating flaxseeds

1) They’re great for your bowel health

Flaxseeds have a lot of fibre, which can bulk out your stool and make it easier to pass.

NHS Fife describes flaxseeds as a “gentle, natural and effective laxative”. Taking one to three tablespoons a day, alongside at least 150ml of water per tablespoon, can help to get things moving.

2) They’re good for your........

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