tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3266242870866513690.post5506100198359006691..comments2024-03-27T00:34:14.704-07:00Comments on A Life Less Sweet: Why the fuss over Flaxseeds?cathyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10258482044838974992noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3266242870866513690.post-57536183204728585922008-09-07T01:28:00.000-07:002008-09-07T01:28:00.000-07:00You said:"In addition to omega-3 fatty acids, flax...You said:<BR/>"In addition to omega-3 fatty acids, flaxseeds are also a good source of lignans as well as both soluble and insoluble fiber. The fiber can help lower cholesterol and stabilize blood sugar levels."<BR/><BR/>I have some ground flaxseed in a sealed bag in my refrigerator, I think from Bob's Red Mill. Anyway, thanks for the reminder. I need to start putting the flaxseed in more of my foods, especially since I'm trying to get my fiber in my diet.jimpurdy1943@yahoo.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12974301744118775363noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3266242870866513690.post-78700493578374724562008-08-26T13:17:00.000-07:002008-08-26T13:17:00.000-07:00Autismfamily - I don't really know much about bora...Autismfamily - I don't really know much about borage oil. It's good oil is apparently GLA, which is an omega-6 fatty acid (but considered a good omega-6 fatty acid). You've peaked my interest - I'll have to find out more about it now!cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10258482044838974992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3266242870866513690.post-80520434764732961492008-08-26T12:53:00.000-07:002008-08-26T12:53:00.000-07:00I use a supplement that has borage oil, fish oil a...I use a supplement that has borage oil, fish oil and flax seed oil all in one very large gelcap. It is from Walgreens and costs about $8.<BR/><BR/>Whole Foods sells Flaxseed bread.Bonnie sayershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04619518559264215095noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3266242870866513690.post-30616865151206401342008-08-26T10:49:00.000-07:002008-08-26T10:49:00.000-07:00I'll have to check those out.We tried some gummy b...I'll have to check those out.<BR/><BR/>We tried some gummy bears from the health food store and the kids loved them, but they needed about 4 bears to even get about 80 mg of DHA. And they were quite expensive. So those were kinda iffy on their effectiveness.<BR/><BR/>Then we got the Costco ones and they were well-priced and the DHA content was impressive. (Somewhere around 200 mg per gummy, I believe?) But the texture was somewhat off. Slightly grainy? Plus they added a "sugar" coating like a gumdrop, and the kids would not go for it. And they tasted slightly fishy and even smelled a little fishy.<BR/><BR/>We tried just chewing a Nordic Natural tablet, since they are so nicely flavored, but the oily texture was not to be borne by the boys. The same went for just swallowing the flavored oils in juice.<BR/><BR/>So there is the not-so-brief history of our family's dabbling with supplements. McKay does eat Omega-3-enhanced eggs and he likes mayonaise, so he gets more DHA. Michael...not so much. His sensory issues are very strong.<BR/><BR/>So, off to check out the Dr. Sears supplements! Thanks for the info!Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03368949654517943219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3266242870866513690.post-87591105801652853492008-08-26T08:21:00.000-07:002008-08-26T08:21:00.000-07:00One more thing, Rachel - have you tried the fish o...One more thing, Rachel - have you tried the fish oil supplements for kids on the Dr. Sears website? I haven't, but it seems like they advertise them to not have a fishy taste. Just throwing that out there...cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10258482044838974992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3266242870866513690.post-80712757290100609702008-08-26T08:20:00.000-07:002008-08-26T08:20:00.000-07:00Rachel - ALA is converted to EPA and then EPA is s...Rachel - ALA is converted to EPA and then EPA is subsequently converted to DHA. ALA to DHA conversion (through EPA) is very limited and slow at that. <BR/><BR/>I've read that studies have shown basically no DHA from flaxseed consumption (but haven't actually seen the studies). Wikipedia offers this: "15 grams of flaxseed oil provides ca. 8 grams of ALA, which is converted in the body to EPA and then DHA at an efficiency of 2–15% and 2–5%, respectively."<BR/><BR/>How much EPA you get from ALA really depends on your own body chemistry. Bottomline, though, is that you really shouldn't count on flax for DHA in your diet.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for the question!cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10258482044838974992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3266242870866513690.post-72706103089614150972008-08-26T08:10:00.000-07:002008-08-26T08:10:00.000-07:00Oh, and a quick ? Is ALA the precursor of DHA? O...Oh, and a quick ? Is ALA the precursor of DHA? Or is that different? How much DHA could on expect from 2 tablespoons of flax seed (ground)?Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03368949654517943219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3266242870866513690.post-26975882125320638232008-08-25T17:32:00.000-07:002008-08-25T17:32:00.000-07:00Very informative. It is a reminder for me to eat ...Very informative. It is a reminder for me to eat more. <BR/>ThanksAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3266242870866513690.post-6025400304437805522008-08-25T16:50:00.000-07:002008-08-25T16:50:00.000-07:00I have found my boys won't do the fish oils due to...I have found my boys won't do the fish oils due to their strong tastes and my boys very...erm, discerning palattes?<BR/><BR/>So, we do use a lot of flaxseed. The raw is generally on their cereal and in sandwiches and in smoothies. I'll have to keep an eye on the amounts, just to be careful. Thanks for that tip.<BR/><BR/>I always learn something new on this blog!Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03368949654517943219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3266242870866513690.post-12848237744213822232008-08-25T14:35:00.000-07:002008-08-25T14:35:00.000-07:00My doctor had me add flaxseeds to my diet to help ...My doctor had me add flaxseeds to my diet to help with some problems I have with my digestive system... but I over did it and the results were not pretty. ;) In my case, I just need to add a little bit at a time.fatfighterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07648825773142348371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3266242870866513690.post-30065891064266465052008-08-25T14:20:00.000-07:002008-08-25T14:20:00.000-07:00Probably fine, Mark. It shouldn't have the same c...Probably fine, Mark. It shouldn't have the same cyanidic compounds that the raw, whole seed has. You won't be getting any of the fiber benefits, but you will be getting the good fats.<BR/><BR/>If you're going to supplement, though, I would stick with fish oil. A lot more omega-3 bang for your buck with fish oil!cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10258482044838974992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3266242870866513690.post-16247119340155601912008-08-25T08:11:00.000-07:002008-08-25T08:11:00.000-07:00We put flaxseed oil into our smoothies...a good id...We put flaxseed oil into our smoothies...a good idea? Thanks as always for so much information!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com