Flaxseed protects against osteoporosis

The addition of flaxseed oil to the diet could reduce the risk of osteoporosis in post-menopausal and diabetic women. Egyptian researchers looking at mouse models of the two conditions found that the presence of flaxseed oil in feed over a two month period improved serum levels of biomarkers associated with bone health and had a beneficial effect on bone mineral density. The study authors believe ...

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