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Directions for use and doses
Inside
Seed mucilage and whole seeds swollen in water are used.
For inflammatory and ulcerative processes of the gastrointestinal tract
mucus take 1/4 cup 3 times a day 30 minutes before meals.
The course of treatment is 2–3 weeks. Do you use expired food for cooking at home?
Yes, the main thing is to process it if it is meat or expired kefir for pancakes.
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No, it is very dangerous and not useful.
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If the products have fungus or mold, then we throw them away; if they are a couple of days past their expiration date, we use them for food, even without heat or other treatment.
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For constipation
flax seeds swollen in water - 1-3 teaspoons, washed down with water, 2-3 times a day.
Making slime.
1.5 teaspoons of whole seeds are placed in an enamel bowl, poured with 200 ml (1 glass) of hot boiled water, stirred for 15 minutes, filtered, and the remaining raw materials are squeezed out.
Germination methods
Before germination, seeds need to be prepared. The grains are thoroughly washed and soaked in a weak disinfectant solution. For disinfection, you can use potassium permanganate, boric acid or hydrogen peroxide.
The floating seeds are removed; they are empty and will not germinate in the future. There are several ways to germinate flax.
The area of use of flax is quite wide. The resulting microgreens can be used:
Flax seeds are rightfully considered a unique natural product that:
- increases the body's defenses;
- improves the digestive process and functioning of the gastrointestinal tract;
- promotes weight loss;
- removes toxins;
- enriches the body with valuable vitamins and minerals.
Just two tablespoons of flax seeds
(which is about 20 g) contain:
120% of the daily value of Omega-3 and 20% Omega-6 fatty acids, 25% copper and manganese, and about 20% magnesium.
If we talk about nutritional value, then 20 g of flax seeds contains:
- 3.6 g protein;
- 8.4 g fat;
- 0.32 g carbohydrates;
- 107 kcal.
Why exactly 2 tbsp. (or 20g)?
It is this amount of flax seeds that constitutes the maximum permissible daily intake of this product, although many nutritionists indicate that it is optimal to consume 1 tbsp to maintain health. seeds per day.
Pharmacological groups
Flax seeds contain mucilage, fatty oil, proteins, vitamin A, organic acids, linamarin glycoside and other biologically active substances.
Shelf life of ground flax seeds
Flax seeds must be ground immediately before use, since they lose their properties in the ground state. To grind the seeds, I use an ordinary spice grinder, grind as much as necessary.
When you think about shelf life, ground seed has a shorter shelf life. It can only be stored for about 6-16 weeks. The whole seed will be stored for 6-12 months, and if stored in the refrigerator, the period increases to 1-2 years.
Flax seeds must be ground immediately before use, since they lose their properties in the ground state. To grind the seeds, I use an ordinary spice grinder, grind as much as necessary.
n Flax is a plant that has long been used for the production of yarn and dietary oil. Clothing made from flax is highly durable and wear-resistant, has high hygroscopicity and thermal conductivity, and is environmentally friendly. Fiber is obtained from the stems, which is used to make clothing, building insulation, and sealing material in plumbing (“tow”). Oil is used for technical purposes (for example, for the production of varnishes, drying oils, paints, as well as waterproof fabrics, oilcloths). In particular, it was used by artists in Europe in the Middle Ages to add shine to paintings.
n The healing properties of flaxseed were known to the ancient Greeks. Hippocrates recommended using it for inflammation of the mucous membranes. Flax seeds are used in traditional medicine for the purpose of gentle and natural therapy for many diseases, as well as for culinary purposes. And flaxseed oil is a dietary product, a source of fatty acids necessary for the body, which are not able to be synthesized by the body on its own.
The benefits of flaxseed for men and women
Flaxseed has a beneficial effect on the reproductive system, fighting sexual dysfunction, and this applies to both men and women. It is recommended for men to use it to improve potency and restore male strength.
The benefits and harms of flax seed for women deserve special attention. They are pleased with the fact that the product helps to lose weight and prevents early aging due to the presence of a large number of antioxidants in the composition. And flaxseed oil is widely used in cosmetology, helping to maintain the beauty of nails, skin, and hair.
Also speaking about the benefits of flax seeds for the female body, it is worth noting that they contain a lot of phytoestrogens that normalize a woman’s hormonal levels. The product can help normalize the menstrual cycle and alleviate menopause. It is often recommended to expectant mothers, as a huge amount of beneficial substances has a beneficial effect on the development of the fetus and supports the body of the pregnant woman. But in this case, you should definitely consult a doctor.
By hand
There are also some tools you can use to grind flax seeds by hand.
One of them is the flax seed grinder, which is a specialized kitchen tool designed solely for grinding flax seeds by hand. It looks like a pepper mill.
In fact, you can even use a pepper grinder to grind the flax seeds after you've cleaned it so that there are no pepper residues left.
Finally, you can use a mortar and pestle to grind the flax seeds by hand. Use a pestle (a club-shaped object) to crush the flax seeds into a mortar (bowl) to grind them.
These options allow you to grind up to 1 tablespoon of flax seeds at a time. However, they are more labor intensive and less efficient than using a coffee grinder.
You can grind flax seeds by hand using a pepper grinder, flax seed mill, or mortar and pestle.
Difficulties in growing flax
As a rule, there are no difficulties when germinating flax. The main thing is to ensure that the seeds do not dry out. You should also not fill it with water, otherwise the crop may simply rot.
Flax seeds belong to the mucus-forming category. If growing occurs without soil, then the sprouts need regular washing.
A container with green sprouts is placed on the window on the sunny side. Seedlings should not be left in direct sunlight; tender shoots may die. In hot weather, cover the greens with a light cloth or paper.
On a mat of substrate
For this method you will need a container with a lattice bottom. You can use special rugs: bamboo, linen, jute. They can be replaced with cloth, a piece of gauze or cotton wool.
The material is generously moistened with water and placed on the bottom of the container. The grains are spread over the surface and lightly sprinkled with water. The container is wrapped in film or bag. Leave in a warm place until the first shoots appear.
After the seeds have hatched, the film is removed and the seedlings are left to ripen in the light.
Coffee grinder
Using a coffee grinder is the easiest and most convenient way to grind flax seeds.
Coffee grinders are relatively inexpensive, as well as fast and efficient.
To grind flax seeds this way, add the whole seeds to the fill level of the grinder you use specifically for flax seeds and turn it on. It only takes a few seconds to completely grind the flax seeds.
Plus, using a coffee grinder allows you to grind only the amount you need, which helps reduce waste.
Using a coffee grinder is a simple, fast and convenient way to grind flax seeds.
Flax seeds are tiny, nutrient-rich seeds.
Flax for the treatment of prostatitis
For this disease, 5 teaspoons of seeds are mixed with 10 roots of barberry, hemp, wheatgrass root, celery seeds, wheatgrass and crushed horehound. The amount of mixture will be enough for the full course.
A couple of tablespoons of the mixture are poured into 0.5 liters of boiling water, simmered for 20 minutes in a steam bath and allowed to brew for 8-12 hours. On an empty stomach before breakfast, drink 2 sips of the infusion.
Flax seeds actually lose some of their nutrients when exposed to high temperatures. But! In case of inflammatory processes, it is necessary to brew them - jelly, which is formed in this case has a calming effect. So, if the goal is to lose weight, then the seeds can simply be ground and chewed in dry form, washed down with plenty of water. In cases where it is necessary to fight inflammation, the seeds are brewed or steamed.
How to properly consume flax seeds for weight loss
The effectiveness of taking flax for weight loss has been tested for many generations. Take them 2 times a day, 2 tablespoons in crushed form, with plenty of water. It is recommended to drink 2 liters of liquid during the day. Liquid enhances the effect - the seeds in the stomach swell and occupy all its space. This makes you feel full, and fiber stretches the intestines, which leads to rapid emptying. Acids stimulate rapid fat metabolism.
In combination with these actions, the body is cleansed. Along with the harmful substances that leave the body, the extra pounds also go away.
Flax decoction for the body
Contraindications
Contraindications to taking flaxseed decoction are the following characteristics of the body and disease:
- volvulus;
- intestinal obstruction;
- kidney stones and cholecystitis.
Flax is a strategic product for Russia. Now it is cultivated in the north of the country, in the middle zone and in Siberia. Its use since ancient times personifies man's thrifty attitude towards nature. Judge for yourself: the stems of the plant are used to create threads and fabrics, and highly nutritious oil can be squeezed out of the fruits, oatmeal can be obtained, and finally, a medicinal jelly-like decoction of flax seeds can be prepared, which has a beneficial effect on the body and can be used both externally and internally.
But one should not assume that flax is a typically Russian culture; in a certain sense, it is “international”. Thus, there are references to treatment methods with flaxseed products in the records of ancient healers Hippocrates (V-VI centuries BC), Dioscarides (I century), Avicenna (X-XI centuries). Unfortunately, the benefits of scientific and technological progress have “relegated” this culture to the background. However, having experienced the dubious “benefits” of civilization, many people began to look for the origins of natural healing in traditional cooking and treatment with natural drugs. Flaxseed is one of these healthy products that helps maintain good health and normalize metabolic processes in the body.
Interesting: Research conducted at the All-Russian Scientific Research and Design and Technological Institute for Mechanization of Flax Growing indicates that flaxseed protein is more suitable for Russians than soybean protein, a widely cultivated but non-traditional crop for our country. These products are similar in amino acid composition, therefore, interchangeable.
There are two types of flax - long flax, used in the textile industry for the production of yarn and fabrics, and the more squat curl, grown for those very oily seeds.
Take 250 ml up to 7 times a day, before meals.
Flax infusion for weight loss
Flax seeds can be used to prepare an infusion. It helps reduce appetite, cleanse the body, and lose weight.
Take a tablespoon of flax seeds and pour 2 cups of boiling water in the evening. It's better to use a thermos. The mixture will infuse overnight. In the morning you need to strain the infusion. You need to drink half a glass before meals three times a day. Take no more than 10 days without a break. Then give the body a rest for 10 days.
For intestinal diseases
- In the morning, pour a glass of boiling water over a tablespoon of seeds. In the evening, drink the resulting mucous liquid along with the seeds. How to drink flax decoction? Take the decoction for three weeks. Then a 30-day break is required. Then the cycle is repeated.
- You can prepare a decoction in a water bath. Take a glass of flax seeds per three liters of water. We insist for two hours. Then cool and strain. Drink half a glass before each meal and at night.
- You can brew flax in a thermos. In the evening, pour 2 tablespoons of seeds into 500 ml of boiling water. Overnight you will get healthy flaxseed tea. We drink it in the same way as in previous recipes.
