Animal and test-tube studies also show flaxseed to protect against cancers of the: A tablespoon of ground flaxseed packs 2 g of fiber, around 5% and 8% of the daily recommended intake for men and ...

One study of menopausal women, published in 2007, reported that 2 tablespoons of ground flaxseed mixed into cereal, juice, or yogurt twice a day cut their hot flashes in half. The intensity of ...

In comparison, flax seeds are flatter and slightly bigger than chia seeds. Also known as linseeds, they are generally brown or golden, can be bought whole or ground, and are thought to originate ...