Ingredients1 tablespoon ground flaxseed1 cup (240 ml) warm water1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger, optional½ teaspoon cinnamon, optionalPreparationStir the ground flaxseed into the warm water. Let it stand for about 5–10 minutes, until it becomes slightly thick. Add lemon juice and, if desired, ginger or cinnamon. Stir again and drink promptly.For a simpler option, add 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed to oatmeal, yogurt, smoothies, soups, or other foods once daily. Ground flaxseed is generally easier to digest and makes its nutrients more accessible than whole seeds.Why people eat flaxseedFlaxseed can be a useful part of a balanced diet because its soluble and insoluble fiber can support regular bowel movements and digestive health. Research also suggests that regular flaxseed consumption may modestly improve cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood-sugar measures in some people—but these are supportive nutritional effects, not cures.Start with a small amount if you aren’t accustomed to much fiber, and drink adequate water. If you take diabetes or blood-pressure medicines, blood thinners, or other regular medications, check with your clinician or pharmacist before using large amounts of flaxseed regularly.
Flaxseed Wellness Drink Recipe
