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Flaxseed was commonly used in cereals and breads in the Middle Ages, but has not been a staple in the modern diet since the industrial age. It is rich in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, which may affect levels of hormones that are involved in the progression of cancer.
   Phytoestrogensare substances in plants (like flaxseed) that have a weak estrogen-like action in the body. Studies suggest that flaxseed lowers the risk of blood clots, stroke, and cardiac arrhythmias. It may also help lower total and LDL "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides, and even blood pressure. To purchase a Flaxseed-Oil supplement.

Flaxseed and prostate cancer prevention
Flaxseeds are helpful for colon health, similar in some ways to psyllium fiber. Flaxseed is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and lignans, a fiber found on the seed coat. Researchers at Duke University Medical Center in North Carolina took a look at the seed's role as a food supplement in 161 men who were scheduled to undergo surgery for prostate cancer. Half of the men added 30 grams of flaxseed (about one ounce) daily to their diets for about 30 days. After the surgery, the researchers looked at the men's tumor cells to see how quickly the cancer had multiplied. The cancer cells in the flaxseed groups were growing about 30 to 40 percent slower than the control group. The flaxseed study was funded by the National Institutes of Health.

Flaxseeds reduce inflammation
Obese individuals who are given flaxseed have reduced levels of inflammation in their body.

Flaxseed and Hormones
It appears that compounds in flaxseed influence levels of hormones, such as estrogens and testosterone, in the body. The exact nature of this influence is still being evaluated.
   Mice fed plenty of flaxseed seem to be protected against the worst forms of prostate cancer, which suggests flaxseed contains some protective components. Flaxseed is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and compounds known as lignans, all of which may play a role in protecting against cancer and perhaps also heart disease.

One way to influence brain health through diet is to consume the right fats and oils. About 60 percent of the brain consists of lipids (fats) which make up the lining, or cell membrane, of every brain cell. The types of fats present in the brain influence its structure and function. How well your mind works depends, in the long run, on what you eat.

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Flaxseed Research Update
Flaxseed may slow growth of prostate tumors
Including flaxseed as part of a low-fat diet may slow the growth of tumors in men with prostate cancer. According to a study published in the journal Urology, 25 men with prostate cancer supplemented with 3 tablespoons of ground flaxseed daily for an average of one month had a greater rate of prostate tumor cell death than men who did not follow this diet.
    Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among American men, excluding skin cancers. The American Cancer Society estimates that more than 200,000 new cases of prostate cancer will be diagnosed in the US in 2001.
    Flaxseed contains a fiber-like compound, lignan, which is thought to bind to testosterone and possibly help remove it from the body. This could, in turn, help suppress the growth of prostate cancer cells. Testosterone stimulates prostate cancer growth. Several conventional therapies block androgens such as testosterone as a way to control the spread of cancer.

Supplementation with flaxseed alters estrogen metabolism in postmenopausal women to a greater extent than does supplementation with an equal amount of soy.
Brooks JD. niversity of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
Am J Clin Nutr. 2004 Feb;79(2):318-25.
Phytoestrogens, which are abundant in flaxseed and soy, have chemical structures resembling those of endogenous estrogens and have been shown to exert hormonal effects, thereby affecting chronic diseases. OBJECTIVE: We compared the effects of consuming equal amounts of flaxseed or soy on estrogen metabolism and biochemical markers of bone metabolism in postmenopausal women. DESIGN: In a parallel design, the diet of postmenopausal women (n = 46) was supplemented with either a placebo, soy (25 g soy flour), or flaxseed (25 g ground flaxseed) muffin for 16 wk. Blood and 24-h urine samples were collected at baseline and at the endpoint. Urine samples were analyzed for phytoestrogens, estrogen metabolites (2-hydroxyestrone, 16alpha-hydroxyestrone), and serum hormones (estradiol, estrone, estrone sulfate). Serum and urine samples were also analyzed for biochemical markers of bone metabolism. Urinary concentrations of 2-hydroxyestrone, but not of 16alpha-hydroxyestrone, increased significantly in the flaxseed group. In the flaxseed group, the ratio of 2-hydroxyestrone to 16alpha-hydroxyestrone was positively correlated with urinary lignan excretion. In the soy and placebo groups, no significant correlation was observed. No significant change in serum hormones or biochemical markers of bone metabolism was observed within or between the treatment groups. Supplementation with flaxseed modifies urinary estrogen metabolite excretion to a greater extent than does supplementation with an equal amount of soy. This modification by flaxseed is associated with an increase in urinary lignan excretion. Despite the shift in estrogen metabolism to favor the less biologically active estrogens, a negative effect on bone cell metabolism was not observed.

Flaxseed questions
Q. I put flaxseed in meatloaf or as a topping to lowfat yogart and a salad now and then. Really good! I take a multi-vitamin for people over 50 along with natural vitamin E supplement and calcium twice a day. Also, eat fish once a week, turkey breast, beef once a week, chicken skinless, and I try to stay away from refined sugar foods. I just started taking pure certified extra virgin coconut oil. Two questions: my bad cholesterol is borderline. Everything else is excellent.  (1) Would taking garlique supplement contribute to lowering the bad cholesterol? I also exercise and try to eat a well balanced meal. My CRP (c-reactive protein) is 0.62. (2) Am I going overboard with the health benefits of coconut oil and garlique along with the above supplements? My age is 60. So much is out there and it can get very confusing.
   A. We can't give individual advice, but you can take a look at the cholesterol page for suggestions to discuss with your doctor.

Flaxseed email questions
Q. I am unable to take fish oils, will Flaxseed oil substitute for the fish oils?
   A. Fatty acids in flaxseed oil, such as alpha linolenic acid, can be converted into the fatty acids in fish oils, such as epa and dha, but only in small amounts since the conversion is not always efficient. If you can't take fish oils, flax seed oil is a good, but not ideal, alternative. Flax also contains many other types of non-omega-3 fatty acids.

Q. I would like to know if it's safe to take flaxseed and birth control pills. Does it affect the estrogen?
   A. I can't see how flaxseed oil in moderate doses should  have a major effect on estrogen levels or birth control pills, but it is possible that large dosages, such as two tablespoons or more, may have an effect.

Q. I have been taking flaxseed oil as per your recommendation in your book Mind Boosters.  I like it better than fish oils because one, I don't get those annoying fish burps, and two I notice a slight mood elevation. 
   A. Yes, some people notice a mood elevation taking flaxseed oil.

Q. My wife has recently developed elevated blood pressure. It has been measured at 154/99 and 20 minutes later after relaxation will dip to 120/80. I suggested she take Flaxseed oil supplements 1000mg / day. Are there any side effects known after taking flaxssed oil?
   A. We are not aware of any major side effects with flaxseed oil when used in a reasonable amount.

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