What are flaxseed lignans? Our lignans are a Full SpectrumTM Lignan product that are mechanically extracted from the whole flax seed in a proprietary cold process. The hulls of flaxseed contain the highest concentrations of health promoting lignans of any other known food. Our product contains a unique group of phytonutrients and contains several types of lignans, in particular, SDG Lignans (Secoisolariciresinol diglucoside). Flax lignans are classified as phytoestrogens, compounds that occur naturally in plants, and may be useful to help maintain normal hormone balance in both men and women. Flax hull lignans contain mostly insoluble fiber. This fiber is an important component of a healthy diet. Full SpectrumTM Lignans can be included in the daily diet for additional nutrient value.Why just the hulls. Isn't whole flaxseed better? Whole milled flaxseed is a wonderful food and a rich source of nutrients and Omega 3 essential fatty acids and we encourage people to consume it as well as our lignans. Often the problem is that people just don't eat enough whole flaxseed to obtain the amount of lignans that matches up with emerging science. By extracting just the hulls, fine milling them and then encapsulating in veggie caps and then taken as 3 capsules daily, consumers will obtain 101 mg of SDG or Secoisolariciresinol diglucoside. SDG is the most widely studied lignan but our hulls-only product is also rich in many other types of lignans, proteins, phytic acid, amino acids, insoluble fiber, trace minerals and powerful antioxidants. Some companies are extracting just SDG from flaxseed usually with solvents or water. We believe it is best for people to take lignans in a perfectly natural state and in their “Full SpectrumTM.” How do lignans protect breast health? The low level phytoestrogens found in flax hulls are not really estrogens. They mimic estrogen and have a greater affinity for hormone sensitive cells in breast tissue then real estrogens. By landing on these sites they block the attachment of stronger natural estrogens found in the female body and some that may come from the environment. This may help to prevent the disruption of normal cell growth in sensitive breast tissues. The drug Tomoxifen works in a similar way and is taken for a maximum of five years and with many known and documented side effects. Of course our lignans are completely natural and can be taken over a lifetime with positive benefit to breast, colon, lung, ovarian and uterine health. Emerging science suggests that the regular consumption of plant lignans from flaxseed can reduce many of the risks to women's breast health. Please review these studies on our website. How do lignans benefit colon health? Flax hull bran is virtually all insoluble fiber. This aids in creating more bulk in the stool. As important is that bifido bacterium found naturally in the colon breakdown flax lignans into the beneficial bloodstream lignans that protect breast and prostate health. This process also creates short chain fatty acids that help maintain the health of the colon lining and as a food source helps the bacteria reproduce, further increasing stool bulk. How many should I take each day? Suggested Use of ImViaTM Lignans: Take 3 capsules daily. Drink 4-6 ounces of water afterward and plenty of water throughout the day. (Note: Depending on your individual needs, you may take up to 6 capsules daily.) For those who can't swallow capsules, one may open the capsule and sprinkle the lignans in their favorite beverage or on food. How will I know Lignans are working for me? Since each of us have a different bio-chemical make-up, it is impossible to say exactly how the Lignans will work for each person. The full benefits of daily Lignan consumption are seen over time, as reflected in the many clinical studies that have been conducted over ht past twenty years. However here's what many consumers have reported to us about taking Lignans:
Can I take Lignans with my vitamins? Lignans are totally natural and can be taken with your daily vitamin regimen. Taking lignans with probiotic bacteria is also a very good health practice as the two work together to improve colon health. Should I ask my doctor before I take Lignans? Absolutely. Always consult with your medical professional before taking any medications or supplements. Although Lignans are natural and adverse effects have not been recorded, it's important to your overall well-being to share this information with your medical professional. Do not let your doctor tell you to avoid flaxseed because it contains estrogen. This is not true and your doctor and doctors in general may not be well informed on matters of natural health. Remember that lignans contain phytoestrogens that mimic estrogen but have no known negative side effects. In the estrogen dominant female body they lower estrogen. In the estrogen deficient body they mimic estrogen and can improve well being and overall female health. Thousands of years use of use in the diet of humans and hundreds of remarkable studies support this nutrient as one the most important regular use supplements of our time. |
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