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REVIEW OF FLAXSEED
Prof. Dr. Sonali V. Uppalwar, Preeti Aher, Rupesh Babar, Nikita Bhere, Tanvi Bhoir*, Preeti Chauhan
ABSTRACT The flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) obtained from dried ripe seeds belonging to family- Linaceae they have been recognized as a linseed due to abundance of omega3 fatty acids, which give energetic proteins and nutrients to hair follicles, boost circulation in the scalp, and inhibit hair follicle tenderness that inhibits hair fall. The plant is grown worldwide for its fiber and seeds, the main suppliers being Morocco, Argentina, Belgium, Hungary, the United States and India. Flaxseed has many health benefits such as weight loss, cancer treatment, digestive system treatment and more. Literature has been collected through Pubmed, Goggle scholar, Web of science, and a Library. This review shares updated information on the botany, health benefits, phytochemistry and pharmacological activity of flaxseeds. Bioactive components of flaxseeds exhibited a wide range of activities such as anticoagulant, anticancer, antihypertensive, antihyperlipidemic, antioxidants, antiarrhythmatic. This seed is gaining importance for its use in pharmaceuticals, food and cosmetic products. Existing literature Authenticates the potential benefits of flaxseeds from nutritional as well as medicinal perspective. Keywords: . [Download Article] [Download Certifiate] |