To get the lignans in 1/8 cup of Sprouted Flaxseed you would have to eat one of the following:
100 slices of white bread
60 cups of broccoli
41 lbs. of strawberries
45 lbs. of cabbage
6 lbs. of wheat
PROBIOTICS are living microorganisms in food that exert health
benefits beyond basic nutrition when ingested in sufficient quantities.
PROBIOTICS are dietary fibres that provide alternative ways to promote the growth of beneficial
intestinal bacteria that can be potentially pathogenic. The benefits of these "friendly bacteria"
include: Appear to prevent "bad" bacteria such as Salmonella, E. coli and Shigella from
establishing a base in the colon. Aid in the digestion of proteins, good fats and carbohydrates. help
control excess levels of LDL ("bad") cholesterol.
HEALTH CANADA has established a recommanded daily intake (RDI) of EFA's that specifies the
optimum minimal intake of Omega-3s for children and adults is approximately 800 to 110 mg per
day, and that just 10 g of "NEW" Sprouted Flax Powder each day will give you your RDI of Omega
-3s. What You Need To Know About "New" Sprouted Flax
Research has confirmed what has been known for centuries - Flaxseed is an outstanding
nutritional food source that can play an important role in the prevention and treatment of many of
today's chronic illnesses and diseases.
Actively Support The Immune System
Help prevent the formation of some cancer-causing substances in the body, and actively fight
some types of tumors. There is evidence of the reduction of allergic symptoms in older children
and adults. Sprouted Flax is synbiotic, meaning it has both pre- and probiotic nutrients, allowing for
a concurrent delivering of both microbiotic formulas.
What You Need To Know About Sprouted Flax
Research has confirmed what has been
known for centuries - Flaxseed is an
outstanding nutritional food source that
can play an important role in the
prevention and treatment of many of
today's chronic illnesses and diseases.
What isn't well known is that flaxseed
can be difficult to digest and its nutrients
poorly absorbed. Flaxseed has natural
inhibitors to prevent digestion. This
means the seed can be eaten, pass
through the body and still grow into a
plant. This is Nature's way of ensuring
that animals, birds and humans distribute
seeds. For example, when a person
consumes whole flaxseeds in bread,
there is NO nutritional benefit.
The way to overcome the problem
created by these natural inhibitors is to
sprout the seed.
Sprouted Flax Powders are like no other
flax products available on the market
today. Sprouting increases enzymes, which
start the seed on its way to becoming a
plant. When the flaxseeds begin to grow,
the natural inhibitors that protect the
seed from being digested are no longer
present. Sprouting flax biologically
activates the seed. The plant proteins,
oils, starches and vitamins are now
BIOAVAILABLE for human digestion,
resulting in better absorption.
Sprouted Flax is
dried and milled at a low temperature.
This ensures that the resulting powder has
active enzymes which result in the
highest bioavailability of any flax product
on the market. Sprouting also increases the seed's
vitamin, mineral and lignan content and
naturally stabilizes the essential fatty
acids. Sprouting creates a stable product
which DOES NOT REQUIRE
REFRIGERATION. Ordinary powdered
or milled flaxseed is not stable and
requires special packaging and storage
to prevent it from going rancid.
Sprouted Flax
MAXIMUM OMEGA-3 ESSENTIAL
FATTY ACIDS & LIGNANS
Omega-3 Fatty Acids are the "good fats"
required by your body for the
construction of healthy cell walls. The
human body cannot manufacture
essential fatty acids. When we ate
animals that grazed naturally on grass,
Omega-3s were readily available in our
diet. Now that animals are raised on
grains in "unnatural" environments, it is
much more difficult to get the Omega-3s
that are essential for good health.
Flaxseed is the best plant source of
Omega-3 fatty acids.
New Road Farms Sprouted Flax
contains the maximum amounts of
Omega-3 fatty acids. Sprouting flax
increases the levels of Omega-3 fatty
acids and, since sprouted flaxseed is
more bioavailable, your body can absorb
and utilize the essential oils more
efficiently.
Lignans are phytoestrogens (plant-based
chemicals) which appear to prevent cancer,
bacterial, viral and fungal conditions. Flax is
the best plant source of lignans.
Flaxseed is sometimes advertised as
having increased lignans. Unless it is
genetically modified seed, the amount of
lignans in the seed is dependant on the
type of seed and cannot be increased.
Lignans are contained in the outer shell
of the flaxseed. On average, flaxseed is
1.6% lignans.
Flax oil that is advertised as having
increased lignans contains about 20% of
the crushed outer shell particles which
are present after the seed is pressed to
extract the oil. Based on this, flax oil that
is promoted as having increased lignans
really only contains about 0.35% lignans.
Additionally, normal flax oil does not
contain the protein or fibre found in
whole or sprouted flaxseed.
Nutrican Sprouted Flax
contains the maximum amount of lignans
in the most bioavailable form.
NUTRITION
The connection between good health
and good nutrition is indisputable.
However, among those questioned in the
2000 American Dietetic Association
Trends Survey, 38% indicated that "It
takes too much time to keep track of my
diet." (1)
Quite often, it takes years for an
unhealthy lifestyle to show up in the form
of disease or discomfort, so it is easy to
convince ourselves that healthy eating
takes too much time and effort.
We hope that after you have had an
opportunity to read all of the information
in our newsletter, you will be convinced
that by making Nutrican Sprouted Flax a part of your daily diet,
you will be one step closer to better
nutrition and a healthier lifestyle.
Sprouted seed and grains are among the
most complete and nutritional foods
available. A seed uses its stored protein
and carbohydrates for the germination
process. As those nutrients are used,
they change - proteins and complex
carbohydrates break down into amino
acids and simple sugars. Enzymes once
dormant become alive and activate. This
process makes sprouts a "pre-digested "
food - ready to be used by your body for
energy and rebuilding.
Enzymes are the nutrients and biological
catalysts that aid in the elimination of
toxins, construction of new tissue,
muscle, nerve cells, bone, skin and
glandular tissue. Every single system of
your body from the brain, to muscles,
nervous system, vascular system, cell
reproduction, growth, immunity,
antioxidant defense system and
digestive system depends upon
enzymes.
All of us have a limited
capacity to produce enzymes. As we
age, our body is able to produce less
and less enzymes. It is the general
decline in enzyme activity in our body
that is a fundamental cause of aging.
Enzymes can be broken down into three
groups: metabolic, digestive and food
enzymes. Metabolic enzymes run our
body taking fat, proteins and
carbohydrates to continuously make
repairs. A shortage of metabolic
enzymes could jeopardize our health.
Digestive enzymes help the digestive
process to assimilate proteins,
carbohydrates and fat. The rich enzyme
concentration in sprouts can lead to
heightened enzyme activity in your
metabolism, leading to regeneration of
the bloodstream.
If enzymes to aid digestion are not
available in the food we eat, our body's
digestive enzymes will carry the
complete load, depleting the limited
resources of enzymes. If we get external
digestive enzymes from our food, as they
appear in nature, more of our body's
metabolic enzymes are available to
prevent and maintain health. Enzymes
are often destroyed in food that has been
subjected to high heat or that has been
processed.
There are 10 to 100 times more
enzymes in sprouted seeds than in
vegetables or fruits, depending on the
enzyme and the seed that is being
sprouted. There is no food on the planet
higher in enzymes than sprouted seeds.
Nutrican Sprouted Flax is an
excellent enzyme source. Our patented
growing and drying process ensures all
of the enzymes remain intact, providing a
rich concentration that will help your
body make better use of flax's Omega-
3s, lignans, fiber, proteins and vitamins.
Another important factor in maximizing
our long-term health and well-being is
maintaining our body's natural balance of intestinal microorganisms. Some of the
causes of depleted beneficial
microorganisms in our bodies are
antibiotics, drugs such as steroids and
synthetic hormones, caffeine and
alcohol. Even chlorinated or fluoridated
water can destroy friendly bacteria.(2)
Nutrican products contain
millions of natural microorganisms that
can be traced back to the soil the seed
originally came from. Later, in the
sprouting process, these microorganisms
multiply to populate the free surface of
the plant. These non-pathogenic, soilbased
microorganisms are "friendly
bacteria" or probiotics, meaning "for life".
The probiotics in Nutrican
products migrate with food to the
intestinal tract and compensate for the
missing bacteria in our digestive
systems, fighting against "bad" bacteria
such as Salmonella, E.coli and Shigella.
Flax is a small seed that can have a
huge impact on your health. It is a
nutritional powerhouse - a rich source of
phytoestrogens, essential fatty acids,
enzymes, protein, lignans, vitamins and
minerals.
Flax protein is similar in composition to
the protein found in soybeans. For
individuals who want to reduce the
amount of meat in their diet, Nutrican Sprouted Flax is an excellent
plant protein alternative.
Accumulated toxicity in the body is one
of the causes of deficient immune
systems, which has been cited as the
reason we have such an increase in
degenerative disease in the richest
country in the world. Because flaxseed is
very alkaline, it helps to prevent
heartburn and should be included in all
detoxification programs to restore the
body's proper alkaline balance.(3)
DISCLAIMER - Information contained within this
newsletter is intended for educational purposes
only and is not intended to act as a substitute for
proper medical advice by a licensed physician.
1 Position of the American Dietetic Association:
Total Diet Approach to Communicating Food and
Nutrition Information. (ADA Reports). January, 2002
2 SAUNDERS Terri L. Probiotics - Friendly Bacteria
Essential To Health. Canada's Healthy Living.
January, 2000
3 GURSCHE Siegfried. Fantastic Flax. Alive Books 1999
Diabetes
There are two main types of diabetes.
Type I most often appears during
childhood or adolescence. Type II affects
90 to 95% of people with diabetes and
most often appears after age 40.
However, it is no longer considered an
adult-only disease. It is now being found
at younger ages and is even being
diagnosed among children and teens.
Type II diabetes has been linked to
obesity and physical inactivity.
Late onset adult diabetes II is suspected
to originate partially from a deficiency of
Omega-3s and an excess of saturated
and trans-fats in the diet. A concurrent
lack of vitamins and minerals makes the
disease worse. Researchers predict that
diabetes will continue to increase as an
increasing portion of the population
struggles with obesity. A recent study by
the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention showed that the risk of
diabetes increases by 4% for every
excess pound of weight. Although this
syndrome can take as long as 30 years
to emerge as a full blown disease,
reversal of symptoms can occur with
positive changes in the diet and lifestyle.
For people with diabetes, a healthy diet
is key to a healthy life.
Incorporating Nutrican Sprouted Flax Omega-3 Powdered Products into
your daily diet may play an important role
in the prevention and treatment of Type II
diabetes.
It is important for individuals with both
forms of diabetes to bring their blood
sugar levels under control. Studies
chronicled in the British Journal of
Nutrition confirmed that the blood
glucose levels of people in the study
group who consumed flax daily for four
weeks were reduced by 27%. Omega-3s
may also lower the insulin requirement of
diabetics.
Research shows that incorporating flax
into your daily diet helps to manage
blood sugar levels. However, because
flax oil lacks the fiber found in flaxseed, it
appears to have no effect on blood
sugar.(1)
Nutrican Sprouted Flax Omega-3 Powdered Products
are also an excellent source of plantbased
protein. Selecting proteins that are
low in fat is very important for individuals
with diabetes.
DISCLAIMER - Information within this newsletter is
intended for educational purposes only and is not
intended to act as a substitute for proper medical
advice by a licensed physician.
1 REINHARDT-MARTIN Jane, Flax Your Way To
Better Health. p.44 TSA Press 2001
Heart Disease
Heart disease is North America's number
one killer. Obesity, inactivity and poor
nutrition are major contributing factors to
this epidemic. Technological
developments over the last century,
along with lifestyle changes have
contributed to a shift in fat consumption.
Our diets have evolved to contain higher
levels of "bad fats", namely saturated
fats and trans-fatty acids. A diet high in
these fats has been linked to increased
blood cholesterol and increased risk
factor for heart disease.(1)
Incorporating Nutrican Sprouted Flax Omega-3
Powdered Products into your daily diet
may play an important role in the
prevention and treatment of high blood
pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease
and stroke.
Recent studies suggest that the Omega-
3 fatty acids in flaxseed reduce risk
factors for coronary heart disease by
reducing serum triglycerides and blood
pressure. They also appear to protect
against stroke by regulating blood
clotting and platelet aggregation.(2) The
blood regulating capabilities of Omega-
3s (linolenic acid) prevent spontaneous
blood clots caused by an excess of fatty
acids derived from refined
polyunsaturated oils.
This has implications for preventing strokes if
used at an early enough stage in a
remedial lifestyle change using both
exercise and improved diet.
A study of more than 125,000 healthcare
workers found that just one additional
daily serving of fruit or vegetables
lowered the risk of heart disease by 4%.
The data supports a protective effect of
greater consumption of fruits and
vegetables, against risk of coronary
heart disease.(3) Fruits and vegetables
contain a multitude of compounds that
have been linked with improved health,
including fiber, potassium, folic acid and
antioxidants, and have been shown to
lower the risk of heart disease.
Flax, like any other seed, contains
vitamins and minerals that are essential
to good nutrition. However, it is important
to note the increased amount of these
important elements in flax, when
compared with other food sources.
Additionally, the overall increase of
vitamins and enzymes in the seed during
the sprouting process makes Nutrican Sprouted Flax an obvious choice
in a "heart smart"diet.
Fiber also plays a role in reducing the
risk of heart disease. Unfortunately, fiber
is often a deficient component in our
diets. Flax contains a unique mix of both
soluble and insoluble fibers.
Soluble fiber forms a gel-like material
that lowers cholesterol levels by blocking
LDL cholesterol absorption. Insoluble
fiber aids in bowel regularity by softening
the stool, allowing it to pass through the
colon more quickly. Because Nutrican Sprouted Flax has a 49%
reduction in insoluble fiber over
traditional milled flaxseed the body has
more time to assimilate all of the health
benefits found in flax. In addition,
sprouting improved the ratio of soluble /
insoluble fiber from 0.5 in seed to 0.8 in
flax sprouts (Maxxam Analytical
Laboratories, 2002).
Nutrican Sprouted Flax Omega-3 Powdered Products
contain high levels of antioxidants.
Antioxidants help decrease the risk of
heart attack and stroke. The antioxidants
such as vitamin E and beta-carotene (a
form of vitamin A) are thought to block
the tendency of LDL cholesterol to stick
to artery walls.
DISCLAIMER - Information within this newsletter is
intended for educational purposes only and is not
intended to act as a substitute for proper medical
advice by a licensed physician.
1 EATON SB, et al. N. Engl J Med 312:283-289,
1985; LEAF A, et al. Am J Clin Nutr 45:1048-1053,
1987
2 ASCHERIO A et al. Br. Med J 313:84-90, 1996;
SIMON JA, et al. Stroke 26:778-782, 1995
3 Annals of Internal Medicine, June 19, 2001. 134
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Weight Management
If there's one thing that experts can
agree on, it's that diets without proper
nutrition and exercise don't work. And the
statistics are proving it. One in every two
Americans is over-weight, and one in
every three obese. In the United
Kingdom, 40% of adults are overweight,
18% are considered obese.
Subjecting yourself to the dieting merrygo-
round not only slows down your
metabolism, making it more and more
difficult to shed those unwanted pounds,
but can also be psychologically
devastating.
Good nutrition and exercise are the keys
to a healthy lifestyle. Being overweight is
not just about how you look, it's about
the impact those extra pounds are
having on your body. You are more
susceptible to heart disease, diabetes,
high cholesterol, high blood pressure,
stroke, cancers, gall bladder disease,
immune dysfunction, gallstones,
respiratory problems, infertility, menstrual
irregularities, complications of
pregnancy, osteoarthritis and
psychological complications.
Incorporating Nutrican Sprouted Flax Omega-3 Powdered products into your wellbalanced
eating program may play an
important role in your journey to a
healthier body weight.
Essential fatty acids (EFAs) are dietary
fats that differ from other fats in that they
are required in the human diet, because
the body cannot manufacture them from
any other substance. Fatty acids are
required for maintaining the structure of
cell membranes and permeability of the
skin, they are the raw ingredients in the
structure of the eyes, ears, brain,
adrenals and sex glands and are
required for proper infant growth and
development.
Without an adequate supply of EFAs, our
fat-burning potential stops. These fatty
acids work together to increase the
overall amount of oxygen utilized by the
cells to produce energy. The more
oxygen we transport to our cells, the
faster we burn body fat. EFAs increase
the body's metabolic rate and insulin
efficiency.(1) Unwanted fat stores can
be greatly reduced by making EFAs our
main dietary source of fat.
The North American diet has shown a
dramatic decrease in the consumption of
Omega-3 fatty acids, while the
consumption of Omega-6s have
increased. Researchers believe that too
much of one EFA can interfere with the
action of the other, reducing the
beneficial effects of both.(2) Flax has a
much better ratio of Omega-3s to
Omega-6s, improving the efficiency with
which your body can use both.
Nutrican Sprouted Flax Omega-3 Powdered Products
are an excellent source of essential fatty
acids, and the ratio of Omega-3 to
Omega-6 is even better due to the
sprouting process (Maxxam Analytical
Laboratories, 2002). Because of the
remarkable increase in enzymes, Nutrican products are much more
bio-available, meaning all of the
nutritional benefits are digested and
absorbed more efficiently.
DISCLAIMER - Information on this site is intended
for educational purposes only and is not intended
to act as a substitute for proper medical advice by a
licensed physician.
1 KING, Brad J. Fat Wars: 45 Days To Transform
Your Body. MacMillan Canada 2002 p. 88
2 REINHARDT-MARTIN Jane, Flax Your Way To
Better Health. p.25 TSA Press 2001
NUTRICAN SPROUTED FLAX
The Absolute Best Value for your Healthy Food Dollar can be found in market place and Flax
Enriched Products.
Nutrican Sprouted Flax Omega-3 Powder Form Products are Ready to Eat and Easy to Use
No cooking necessary - Just add some to your cereal / your yogurt / your juice or
Use our Peanut Butter on your favourite bread or Bake your own bread with our Sprouted Flax and
get twice the benefit.
To top it all off - Nutrican Sprouted Flax products offer ALL the benefits of Flax which include the
fibre and lignans not found in
eggs or fish.
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