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For More Antioxidant Benefits, Eat Your Flaxseed!

08/26/22

One of the reasons fruits and vegetables are so good for you is because they’re packed with antioxidants. But new research shows fruits and veggies aren’t the only antioxidant game in town.

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Better together: Take your Omega-3s with these vitamins to magnify their effects

08/26/22

You’re probably aware that some medications can block the effects of others. But did you know that some nutrients can magnify each other? 

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The Truth About Flaxseed Oil

The Truth About Flaxseed Oil

01/31/22

Once upon a time, flaxseed oil was synonymous with “Omega-3.” The American public was just beginning to learn about the glory of Omega-3 fats, as freshly published research on the Inuit of the Arctic north showed th...

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Omega-3 for Pets: A Healthy Choice for a Happy Life

Omega-3 for Pets: A Healthy Choice for a Happy Life

07/13/21

Before we start detailing the features and benefits of Omega-3 for pets, here’s something important to remember about cats and dogs: They don’t know what a placebo effect is.

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Just the Flax: Flaxseed Oil for Cast Iron

Just the Flax: Flaxseed Oil for Cast Iron

04/02/21

As cooking vessels go, it’s pretty tough to beat a cast iron pan. Cooking trends come and go, but cast iron never goes out of style.

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Lignans: Your New Breast Friend

03/29/18

Flaxseed is renowned for being a rich vegetarian source of Omega-3 fatty acids. But when you consume flaxseed, you get more than Omega-3s — you also get lignans. What are lignans? Your new breast friend, that’s what!

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