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Description
Flaxseed oil is a nutritious oil extracted from flaxseeds, highly valued due to its particularly high content of unsaturated fatty acids, especially omega-3 fatty acids. The nutty flavor is slightly bitter, which makes it distinctive in various recipes. Cold-pressed to retain its nutrients, it can be blended with lighter-flavored oils and used almost universally in preparation. The oil is best consumed cold, sprinkled over salads, or served with quark and potatoes, adding a healthy value to meals. Besides being an excellent source of essential fatty acids, flaxseed oil is rich in antioxidants and may support heart health and general well-being. Adding this oil to your diet offers health benefits along with a pleasant taste.
FLAXSEED OIL
Benefits
Plant-Based Omega-3 Source: Provides a rich source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), a type of omega-3 that supports heart health, reduces cholesterol levels, and enhances cognitive function.
Nutrient Preservation Through Cold-Pressing: Retains all essential nutrients due to the cold-pressing process, ensuring a purer product with maximum potency and health benefits.
Antioxidant Defense: High in lignans and other antioxidants that help neutralize free radicals, protecting against cellular damage and supporting a balanced immune system.
Nutty Flavor for Culinary Versatility: Adds a mild nutty flavor to dressings, smoothies, and dips, while remaining light enough to complement both sweet and savory recipes.
Promotes Digestive Regularity: Aids in maintaining healthy digestion by lubricating the digestive tract, facilitating smoother bowel movements, and supporting the body's natural detoxification processes, contributing to overall gut health.
Glycemic Load [GL]
A food's glycemic load indicates how much it will increase a person's blood sugar after being eaten. The impact of ingesting one gram of glucose is roughly equivalent to one glycemic load unit. The glycemic load is calculated by multiplying the total carbohydrate content of a food by its glycemic index and then dividing by 100. The range of low GL values is 0–10. A GL between 11 and 19 is considered medium, while a GL over 20 is considered high.
Low
Glycemic Index [GI]
The glycemic index measures the increase in blood sugar levels brought on by consuming a particular carbohydrate within two hours of ingestion. It is displayed on a scale from 0 to 100, with 100 denoting the effect of pure glucose. High-glycemic-index foods [70+] quickly release glucose into the bloodstream, which raises blood sugar levels. Foods with a medium [56–69] and low GI [0-55] release glucose into the blood gradually.
Low