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FACTS: Let's Talk About Wheat, Dos & Don'ts

  Wheat.. Is a cereal, very commonly consumed in most of our daily meals. Wheat is almost undeniably a household product. From muffins, pastas, crackers, bread to bagels. Being a most versatile grain in value addition to nutrition and health, wheat is widely available all over the world market and households. Image:depositphotos Predominantly, consumption of wheat for the purpose of health and diet benefits rely on the kind or type indigested. Whole Wheat  – Form the healthiest and most nutritious wheat Extracted Version – Form the less nutritional valued wheat, as the brown outermost layer is shaded out In essence wheat has numerous health benefits but not short of adverse impacts too. Wheat is a great source of fibre, necessary vitamins and mineral, but also constitutes of gluten; a protein responsible for the elasticity seen in dough, which is also said to cause abdominal pains and unwellness to a fraction of the world's population. Wheat benefits to health Reducing chronic...

Best Plant Based Sources of Omega 3 Fats and Oils

 The most commonly known sources of the omega 3 fatty acids being salmon, trout and tuna which are rich in both fish fats and fish oils, did you know that you can get these nutrients from plants also?..

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Omega 3 fats and oils are highly nutritious and provide many health benefits. They help to build and maintain healthy body's systems functioning. Omega 3 fatty acids are responsible for the structuring of every cell wall in the human body and also serve to provide energy shots to keep the heart, blood vessels, lungs and the entire immunity system functioning properly.

Intake of omega 3 fatty acids can go a long way in helping to;

  • Reduce risk of cardiovascular disease
  • Reduced risk of blood clots
  • Reduced risk of dementia
  • Reduced risk of death if already suffering from cardiovascular disease
  • Reduced risk of inflammation
Some of the plants based sources of Omega 3 Fats and Oils are mentioned below.

1. Walnuts
They are loaded with healthy omega 3 fatty acids. The rich omega 3 content heps in improving the brain and memory performance. 

2. Chia Seeds
Known to provide huge amounts of protein and fiber, chia seeds are also a good plant source of omega 3 fats and oils. They serve to help reduce risk of chronic illnesses.

3. Brussels Sprouts
They form very excellent sources of Omega 3 Fatty acids, also known for their fibre, vitamin K and vitamin C. Brussels sprouts have been proven to lower the risk of heart disease.

4. Flaxseed
It is a very great source of omega 3 fatty acids. Flaxseeds are also a good source of magnesium, proteins, manganese and fiber. They help reduce cholesterol and can help reduce blood pressure.

5. Hemp Seeds
Hemp seeds consist of oils with a huge amounts of Omega 3 Fatty acids, which are helpful to the human heart as it prevents blood clots and aid in recovery after suffering a heart attack. 

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