Month: September 2016

Flaxseed mucilage – A novel prebiotic

Emerging research suggests that flaxseed mucilage has interesting prebiotic activity in the body (1). Prebiotics are non-digestible food ingredients that promote the growth of beneficial microorganisms in the intestines (2). Generally fibers, prebiotics are found in asparagus, garlic, onion, fruits, whole grains and legumes. In supporting the growth of beneficial bacteria over harmful bacteria in Read More

Comparison of phytochemical profiles and health benefits in fiber and oil flaxseeds (Linum usitatissimum L.).

Effective Lactobacillus plantarum and Bifidobacterium infantis encapsulation with chia seed (Salvia hispanica L.) and flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) mucilage and soluble protein by spray drying

Suppression of NADPH Oxidase Activity May Slow the Expansion of Osteolytic Bone Metastases.

The effects of omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E co-supplementation on gene expression of lipoprotein(a) and oxidized low-density lipoprotein, lipid profiles and biomarkers of oxidative stress in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Daily choices of functional foods supplemented with milled flaxseed by a patient population over one year.

Metabolism and functional effects of plant-derived omega-3 fatty acids in humans.

15-Lipoxygenase metabolites of α-linolenic acid, [13-(S)-HPOTrE and 13-(S)-HOTrE], mediate anti-inflammatory effects by inactivating NLRP3 inflammasome

Maternal Nutritional Imbalance between Linoleic Acid and Alpha-Linolenic Acid Increases Offspring’s Anxious Behavior with a Sex-Dependent Manner in Mice.

Dietary Flaxseed Reduces Central Aortic Blood Pressure Without Cardiac Involvement but Through Changes in Plasma Oxylipins.