Did you know that Charlemagne, who was the first emperor after the fall of the Roman Empire, already in the 9th century ordered all his subjects to eat flax seeds. He himself believed in the medicinal properties of flax seeds, and he was right. Modern research proves that flaxseed contains three components that are very necessary for humans. It is extremely high in omega-3 fatty acids (only sesame seeds have so many of these fats, and all other vegetables significantly less), a lot of fiber (degradable and insoluble) and lignans.

Lignans are essential substances that act as antioxidants, anti-inflammatory and anti-carcinogenic. Research unequivocally confirms that flax seeds reduce the risk of breast cancer and some other types of cancer.

The body needs omega-3 fatty acids to prevent heart disease and problems with blood circulation and blood vessels. Did you know that a tablespoon of flax meal has as much as 1.8 grams of omega-3 fats, which is extremely high.

The amount of fiber in flax seeds is also exceptional and absolutely necessary for cleaning the intestines, regulating digestion and many other internal processes.

Flaxseeds are also high in antioxidants and high in plant estrogen, which helps with prostate cancer, osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, and hormone balance.

When and how flour?

The best flax meal is freshly ground. We recommend that you buy regular flax seeds and grind them when and as much as you need.

To begin with, you can always replace a quarter of the flour with flax flour (3 tablespoons of regular flour and 1 tablespoon of flax). They also believe that one tablespoon of flax seeds and three tablespoons of water is a good and healthy substitute for an egg. Flour enriched with linseed flour enhances the taste of cookies, pastries, biscuits, meat dishes also have a fuller taste and are more nutritious.

For a taste of what flax flour can do, we offer you a simple recipe for a healthy pizza. To prepare the dough, you need the following ingredients:

• 1/2 cup of flax flour
  
• 2 tablespoons of baking powder
  
• 3 eggs
  
• a few drops of olive oil
  
• salt to taste
  
• oregano

Preparation:

Mix all ingredients except oregano and water well. Finally, add water and oregano. Wait for the dough to rise a little, then spread it on the baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, then add the pizza topping. Bake for another 15 minutes or until the pizza is cooked (depending on the ingredients you use).

Bon Appetit ...