Flaxseed: Is ground better than whole? - Mayo Clinic
WEBJan 31, 2023 · Flaxseed is commonly used to improve digestive health or relieve constipation. Flaxseed may also help lower total blood cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or "bad") cholesterol levels, which may help reduce the risk of heart disease. You can buy flaxseed in bulk — whole or ground — at many grocery stores and …
Flaxseed and flaxseed oil - Mayo Clinic
WEBAug 10, 2023 · Overview. Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) and flaxseed oil, which comes from flaxseed, are rich sources of the essential fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid — a heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid. Flaxseed is high in soluble fiber and in lignans, which contain phytoestrogens. Similar to the hormone estrogen, phytoestrogens might have anti …
Apple cinnamon muffins - Mayo Clinic
WEBMay 21, 2016 · Directions. Heat oven to 350 F. Lightly coat 2 muffin tins with cooking spray. In a mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, eggs, oil and vanilla. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, 1 cup sugar, oats, flaxseed, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, baking powder and salt. Turn the mixer to low speed.
Cranberry orange muffins - Mayo Clinic
WEBJan 15, 2019 · Directions. Heat the oven to 350 F. Lightly grease muffin tins or place a muffin cup liner in each tin. In a mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, eggs, oil, sugars, orange juice concentrate, orange zest and vanilla. In another bowl, combine the flour, flaxseed, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Turn on mixer to low speed and slowly …
Best honey whole-wheat bread - Mayo Clinic
WEBAug 22, 2023 · Directions. In microwave-safe bowl, add rolled oats and water. Microwave to about 120 F to 130 F. Fit a stand mixer with a dough hook. In the mixing bowl of the stand mixer, combine whole-wheat flour, soy flour, ground flaxseed or flaxseed meal, seeds, yeast, and salt. Mix by hand or stir with dough hook on low. Add applesauce, honey and oil.
Fiber supplements: Safe to take every day? - Mayo Clinic
WEBJun 13, 2023 · Taking fiber supplements every day seems to be safe. Popular fiber supplements include inulin, psyllium (Metamucil, Konsyl, others) and methylcellulose (Citrucel). Fiber is good for the body. It helps the bowel work well and prevents constipation. Fiber can help lower cholesterol and help you feel full, which might help control overeating.
Whole-wheat soda bread - Mayo Clinic
WEBAug 2, 2022 · 1/4 cup flaxseed meal (flaxseed flour) 1/2 teaspoon baking soda ; 1/4 cup millet meal (millet flour) 1 teaspoon caraway seed, crushed; 2 tablespoons wheat gluten; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk or skim milk; 2 egg whites; Directions. Heat oven to 350 F. In a large bowl, sift together dry ingredients.
Omega-3 in fish: How eating fish helps your heart - Mayo Clinic
WEBAug 25, 2023 · The American Heart Association recommends eating fish rich in unsaturated fats at least twice a week. All fish are a good source of protein, vitamins and minerals. But fatty fish contain omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s and other nutrients in fish may improve heart health. They also may lower the risk of dying of heart disease.
Diverticulitis: Can certain foods trigger an attack? - Mayo Clinic
WEBJul 9, 2024 · No specific foods are known to trigger bouts of diverticulitis symptoms, also called attacks. And no special diet has been proved to prevent attacks. With diverticulitis, irregular bulging pouches in the wall of the large intestine become inflamed. That can cause symptoms such as pain in the stomach area, fever and changes in stool.
Cholesterol: Top foods to improve your numbers - Mayo Clinic
WEBMay 2, 2024 · Soluble fiber is also found in such foods as kidney beans, Brussels sprouts, apples and pears. Soluble fiber can reduce the absorption of cholesterol into your bloodstream. Five to 10 grams or more of soluble fiber a day decreases your LDL cholesterol. One serving of a breakfast cereal with oatmeal or oat bran provides 3 to 4 …