Cholesterol

There are two types of cholesterol present in our bodies: low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL). According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, most of the cholesterol in our bodies is LDL. That's because HDL cholesterol is carried back to the liver, where it's flushed from the body.

LDL cholesterol is often referred to as “bad” cholesterol because you’re more at risk for heart disease, hypertension, and stroke if your body contains high levels of it. In contrast, high levels of HDL, or “good” cholesterol, reduce your risk for those same diseases. To prevent heart disease, stroke, and hypertension, we need to eliminate as much LDL cholesterol from our bodies as possible. Those looking for a natural way to treat high cholesterol may benefit from supplementing their diet with flaxseed.

Flax is a centuries-old natural remedy to many diseases and ailments. From arthritis and diabetes to cold and flu, the consumption of flax lignans has proven to be an effective treatment for boosting immune systems and maintaining general health.

In recent years, extensive research has been conducted to identify the benefits of flax products like flax oil and lignans. Flax hull lignans have been shown to reduce Ox-LDL in humans. A study by the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of California at Davis found lignans to be more effective at lowering Ox-LDL than regular flax. This same study showed that high-lignan flax decreased the total amount of cholesterol in participants by 12%. Other studies suggest that flax lignan products could replace prescription drugs like Lipitor.

Flaxseed, and lignans specifically, have many other benefits outside of lowering cholesterol. Flax is an excellent source of protein, potassium, and antioxidants and has shown to improve and prevent other health-related illnesses and diseases significantly.

Important Note: This content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as medical advice. It is up to the individual reading this to seek expert medical advice and not rely on this information to diagnose, treat, prevent, or attempt to cure any disease.

Before starting the Flax Hull Lignans, I would have a bad cough and would throw up stuff that I think was from my sinuses draining during the night. I used to get bad headaches from sinus pressure also. Now I don’t cough as much in the morning and hardly ever seem to throw up. The sinus headaches are not as frequent now. I also seem to have a “better feeling” overall.

R.B.

I have noticed a slight improvement in joint pain since I have been taking the Flax Hull Lignans. I have had arthritis for years. Also, I seem to be sleeping better at night. I take a sleeping aid at bed time yet I still have some trouble sleeping

M.J.

Yes, I am delighted to be able to report the changes we have experienced by using the Concentrated Flax Hull Lignans. My husband and I are in our fifties, and are starting to show a little wear and tear from fifty years of living, so this is the time when we are looking everywhere for natural ways to prevent any serious problems before they strike. (We don’t resort to Western medicine because we feel it is often more life-threatening than the diseases)...

A.W.