Flax seeds are very useful. About this do not cease to say nutritionists. But not many people know that in order to get rid of those extra pounds, it is better to use flax flour: drinks and dishes prepared with it can be included in the diet, even on fasting days.
The mechanism of weight loss and chemical composition
Inclusion in the diet of flax flour contributes to weight loss due to the following beneficial properties of this product:
- improvement of digestion and enrichment of microflora, so that food is not deposited in the form of fat cells, which is beneficial to the body;
- metabolic processes are normalized and accelerated due to the presence of dietary fiber;
- it turns out to be a laxative effect, which makes it possible to quickly clean the intestines from slags
- regulates fat metabolism;
- appetite decreases.
In addition, this product is used for weight loss and due to the fact that the GI (glycemic index) of flax flour is 5. And this means that it can be used to prepare a variety of pastries. Moreover, 100 g of the product contains only 270 kcal.
Such useful properties of the product are due to the chemical composition:
- more than 50% - vegetable protein;
- 30% - dietary fiber;
- omega-3 fatty acids;
- antioxidants;
- polyphenols;
- vitamins (thiamine, riboflavin, folic acid, etc.).
Some get flaxseeds instead of ready-made flour and grind them. However, in the absence of industrial processing in flour, the amount of acids increases, but the protein content decreases. Therefore, in order to lose weight you need to use only flax flour from the store.
Useful properties of flax flour
Regular consumption of flax flour will have a beneficial effect on the body. And all thanks to the following properties of this product:
strengthening the walls of blood vessels;- lowering blood sugar and cholesterol levels;
- reducing the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases;
- stabilization of hormonal levels in women;
- normalization of the urogenital system;
- cancer prevention;
- improving overall well-being;
- bowel stimulation;
- antioxidant properties - cell aging is slowed down;
- strengthening the immune forces of the body.
strengthening the walls of blood vessels;Dishes and drinks with flax flour are recommended for the complex treatment of diseases such as diabetes, dermatitis, and atherosclerosis. And in folk medicine, it is used for toothache, ulcers, rheumatism, etc.
Harm and contraindications
But before you buy flax flour, it is recommended to examine all the contraindications. For example, this product should not be included in the diet in the presence of stones in the kidneys, gall bladder, etc. This can lead to their displacement, which not only causes pain, but can also cause duct rupture.
There are some other contraindications:
- diarrhea;
- malfunctions of the thyroid gland;
- diverticulitis;
- individual intolerance.
After prolonged use or overdose, the following side effects may occur (this is due to the content of a small amount of cyanide):
- bloating;
- flatulence;
- intestinal disorders;
- allergic reactions.
It should also be borne in mind that dietary fiber in the composition of flour absorbs moisture, which increases the risk of dehydration.
Flour Tips: What Should You Consider?
The following recommendations will help you purchase a quality product that has retained its beneficial properties:
- you need to buy flour either at the store or at the pharmacy;
- Before the acquisition, examine the shelf life - it is undesirable to choose a product that was manufactured more than 6 months ago (if the flour is safely stored for more than a year, this indicates the presence of preservatives and stabilizers);
- preference should be given to vacuum packaging;
- ground seeds and flour are different products that should be considered;
- choose products with certification data, PCT, ISO, compliance with GOST, etc .;
- Before use, examine the powder: it must be uniform in structure and color.
Often flour produced from extruded raw materials. It is treated with high temperatures, which makes grinding less costly. As a result, the product loses up to 70% of its useful properties, while the manufacturer says about 100% natural. Therefore, buying flax flour is better known brands that rarely save on quality.
How to use: tips and recipes
Buy quality flour is half the battle. It is very important to use it properly. If you use the product only for weight loss, it is not enough just to add it to different dishes.
Drink from kefir or water
Need to mix 1 tsp. flour and 200 ml of liquid, mix thoroughly to dissolve the product, drink in small sips. It is recommended to take at least 2 glasses of drink per day.
Adding to dishes
There are several options:
- some flour can be added to pastries, it is recommended to replace wheat flour with it at all;
- 1 tsp flour 200 ml cocktail;
- 0.5 tsp 200 g porridge or puree soup;
- adding to sauces - flour will serve as a thickener.
Do not be afraid that the flour will spoil the taste - it does not have any unusual taste or smell. The recommended dose per day is about 100 g
Diet
Every day, take a "cocktail" made from 50 g of flour, which must be stirred in 100 ml of boiling water. This is a daily dosage for those who are on a similar diet. Porridge should be divided into 5 equal parts, which should be consumed 30 minutes before meals. With such a diet is very important to abandon harmful products.
Bowel cleansing
If you use flour to remove toxins and slags from the body, you should follow a special scheme. In this case, the product acts as an activated carbon.
The scheme is as follows:
- In the first 7 days: dilute 1 tsp. in 100 ml of kefir, taken before breakfast.
- In the second week, increase the amount of flour to 2 tsp.
- In the third week, 3 tsp are already used. flax flour. The fat content of kefir should be 1-1.5%.
For three weeks, you can lose 2-3 kg, but at the same time the breakfast should be low-calorie, flour also cleans the intestines. At the same time, you need to be prepared: a mild laxative effect is possible.
Duration of use
The duration of weight loss using flour depends on the individual characteristics of the organism. But there are some general tips. For example, the duration of the use of drinks with flour is about three weeks. But the direct diet should not last more than 1 week. If there are no results after this time, another product must be selected.
If you use the product for half an hour before breakfast, immediately after waking up, you will receive a charge of vivacity for the whole day and will contribute to activating the metabolism. Especially useful to drink kissel from flax flour and kefir before the morning jog or immediately after it. The drink improves endurance, starts the process of lipolysis, while maintaining muscle fibers. Someone drinks it instead of breakfast with whole grain bread.
If you use jelly shortly before a meal, it will saturate, block the feeling of hunger, so that a person will not eat such a large portion.
Immediately before bedtime, it can be taken by those who overeat at night.
The main thing - do not exceed the daily dose of a cocktail, that is, no more than 400 ml per day.
Some useful recommendations
The main value of this product is the presence of dietary fiber. So that they fill the stomach, block the feeling of hunger and improve the intestinal microflora, it is required that the flour be swollen. For this reason, in order to lose weight, it is recommended to dilute it with kefir or water. At the same time per day you need to consume at least 2 liters of liquid.
If you decide to cook the flour from the seeds, but are worried about a large amount of fat, follow a simple recipe:
- dip the seeds for 30 minutes in boiling water;
- remove, dry;
- grind;
- dry it again.
Only after that you can use flax flour, but it is worth remembering that this product will still contain more than 45% fat.
If you purchased a store product, pour the flour into a plastic or can, opaque. Stored flour in the refrigerator for no more than 1 month.
And remember that flax flour is not a panacea. To lose weight, in addition, you need to play sports, and active, because this product contains a large amount of carbohydrates, that is, additional energy.
