Omega 3 - Flax seed

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How to get your Omega 3 and 6 in a Tasty way:

 

In addition to Omega 3, flax seeds contain phytoestrogenic lignans, which

are anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and perhaps also anti-cancer. Furthermore,

the protein in flaxseed is of high quality and is easily digested. Flax

seeds also contain mucilage, which is an excellent natural laxitive.

 

To experience the benefits of flax, try to consume between 3-6 tablespoons

of flax seeds per day. Ground flax seeds can be sprinkled over any food

without significantly altering the flavor. You can add them into smoothies,

salads, grains, soups, and baked dishes. Flax seeds may also be ground in

your blender with water to make an egg substitute, for use in baked foods.

(One tablespoon of flax seeds and two tablespoons of water will substitute

for one egg

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Research listed by:

Oil Name

Nutrient Content

Best Used For?

Temperature

Restrictions

 

 

Flax Seed Oil

16% Omega 6 (LA)

57% Omega 3 (ALA)

great for salad dressings, also pour over grain dishes

use only in cold preparations, lower than 120*

 

 

Flax Seeds .

16% Omega 6 (LA)

57% Omega 3 (ALA), Also contains lignans which are anti-viral, anti-fungal,

anti-bacterial and anti-cancer. Only 2% of the lignans found in flax seeds

ends up in flax oil.

Can be used as an egg substitute in baking, (1 tbsp flax seeds ground with

2 tbsp water), grind over foods to enhance nutrient content.

Flax seeds offer excellent benefits, but no more than 6-8 tbsp of seed

should be consumed per day. Also, take freshly-ground flax seed with five

times its volume of fluid.

 

 

Sunflower Oil

69% Omega 6 (LA)

Use in salad dressings, sauces and baked goods.

Use for low heat cooking, up to 212*

 

Sesame Oil

41% Omega 6 (LA)

Good for stir-frys, sauces, and marinades. Also may be used in baking.

Use for medium heat cooking, up to 325*

 

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

8%Omega 6 (LA)

Great with pasta, salads and in dips.

Use for medium heat cooking, up to 325*

 

Ghee

No essential fatty acids, very stable, contains anti-viral and anti-cancer

Properties. Use for sautéing, in sauces and with pasta. Also may be used in

baking, and as a butter substitute.

Use for high heat cooking, up to 375*

 

Coconut Butter

no essentail fatty acids, 89% Saturated Fats, contains anti-viral nutrients

Use for frying and as a butter substitute in baking.

Can use for high heat cooking, up to 375*

 

Safflower Oil

76% Omega 6 (LA)

Wonderful flavor for salad dressings, sauces and dips.

Use for low heat cooking, up to 212*,_ and baking at 325*