Flax and Fat Flush

From The Complete Fat Flush Program (Gittleman)  



 by Ann Louise Gittleman

Benefits of Flax
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One of the key elements of the Fat Flush Plan is flax seed. I recommend daily consumption of both flax seed oil and ground flax seeds. Why? Because flax seeds offer amazing benefits for nearly every system in the body!

For example, flax:

Acts to raise the metabolism and helps carry oil- soluble poisons out of the body.
Stimulates bile production (and bile is essential for the breakdown of fats).
Creates a feeling of fullness, keeping the appetite at bay.
Promotes glowing skin, shiny hair and strong nails.
Improves the body's absorption of calcium.
Helps reenergize fatigued muscles.
Contains the marvelous omega-3 essential fatty acids. (These fatty acids are not produced by the body yet the body can't live without them!)
Alleviates certain allergy and asthma symptoms.
Serves as a great remedy for perimenopausal symptoms, especially skin conditions, depression and fatigue.
Improves immune function, protects against heart disease and improves male fertility. It also fights cancer, lowers cholesterol levels and makes insulin more effective!

Flax Facts

Flax is a plant whose seeds provide exceptional nutrition and whose stalks are used to produce linen fabric.
Flax plants grow in most areas around the globe- except for areas of extreme heat or brutal cold.
People have always valued flax. The Latin name for flax means "most useful".
In ancient times, flax plants were thought to be blessed. They had the power to generate good luck, restore health and guard against witchcraft.
Flax was often the first crop planted by the Colonists after they settled in North America.