Medicinal Value of Flax Seed


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Authors

  • Babita Chaudhary
  • M K Tripathi
  • S K Pandey
  • H R Bhandari
  • D R Meena
  • S P Prajapati

Abstract

Flax seeds contain high levels of dietary fiber including lignans, an abundance of micronutrients and omega-3 fatty acids. Flax seeds may lower cholesterol levels, especially in women. Flax seeds intake in the diet may benefit individuals with certain types of breast and prostate cancers. Flax seed may also use in the severity of diabetes by stabilizing blood-sugar level. Additionally, flax seed is very low in carbohydrates, making it ideal for people who limit their intake of starches and sugars. And its combination of healthy fat and high fiber content make it great food for weight loss and maintenance.

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Author Biographies

  • Babita Chaudhary
    Senior Scientist, Central Potato Research Institute Campus, Meerut, Central Potato Research Institute Campus Modipuram, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh 250 110
  • M K Tripathi
    Principal Scientist, Sunnhemp Research Station (CRIJAF), Pratapgarh, Central Potato Research Institute Campus Modipuram, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh 250 110
  • S K Pandey
    Senior Scientist, Central Research Institute for Jute and Allied Fibres, Barrackpore,W.B,
  • H R Bhandari
    Scientist, CSRSJAF, Budbud, Burdwan, W.B. Central Potato Research Institute Campus Modipuram, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh 250 110
  • D R Meena
    Technical Assistant (T4), Central Potato Research Institute Campus Modipuram, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh 250 110
  • S P Prajapati
    Technical Assistant (T3), Sunnhemp Research Station (CRIJAF), Pratapgarh, UP, 230 01

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Submitted

2016-12-30

Published

2016-12-30

Issue

Vol. 66 No. 4 (2016): July Issue

Section

Articles

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How to Cite

Chaudhary, B., Tripathi, M. K., Pandey, S. K., Bhandari, H. R., Meena, D. R., & Prajapati, S. P. (2016). Medicinal Value of Flax Seed. Indian Farming, 66(4). https://epubs.icar.org.in/index.php/IndFarm/article/view/66489