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I mix flax and Chia. I also eat walnuts almost every day. Flax is a fairly good source of Protein also. You can't confuse me. I was already confused. I am a healthy 82 year old just trying to stay that way. Thanks
Same here, 50/50. I buy whole brown flaxseeds (not golden), it’s more powerful, and with chia seeds, I ground them up and store in a small glass jar. Then store the jar in the freezer. Don’t worry, it won’t freeze and will keep the mixture fresh. I use 3 tbsp of the ground seeds before every meal (twice a day), so that’s about 64 grams of fiber everyday. My BP has never been better, 115/65 with resting pulse at 54). I ditched sugar, processed carbs, vegetable and seed oils (use extra virgin olive oil, avocado, or coconut oil instead for cooking and frying). Your heart will thank you.
Colon Hydrotherapist here. If you have slow bowel motility (constipation) be so so careful with the amount of soluble fiber you eat. If too much is eaten, it can basically turn into a thick glue in your colon and makes you more constipated. Start with a tiny amount and eat food that contains a lot of fluid and drink a lot of water as well.
@@ASmith-jn7kfSometimes called a colonic, colon hydrotherapy is introducing water into the colon to help clear the colon of waste to and hydrate the colon…. it’s like a really deep enema.
I noticed my bowels would become harder on Keto which was painful, although I was still going daily. I was having about 1tbs of chia seeds and 1tbs of flax oil in smoothies daily. Along with coconut cream. I tried drinking lots of water thru the day and taking Metamucil and electrolyte supplements. Nothing seemed to help so I stopped keto and my bowels were normal again. Do you have recommendations for how I can get back on keto and keep normal (softer) bowel movements?
@@nanasloves I noticed my bowels would become harder on Keto which was painful, although I was still going daily. I was having about 1tbs of chia seeds and 1tbs of flax oil in smoothies daily. Along with coconut cream. I tried drinking lots of water thru the day and taking Metamucil and electrolyte supplements. Nothing seemed to help so I stopped keto and my bowels were normal again. Do you have recommendations for how I can get back on keto and keep normal (softer) bowel movements?
@@realestwatchreviews You could experiment with not taking Metamucil or chia and eating a ton of non starchy veggies. Every body has a different microbiome, but it’s supposed to adjust when the diet changes. The gut is amazing and complex- A huge salad with the meat included is a nice way to get the veggies in.
I mix 1.5 tbsp of chia and the same amount of ground flax seed in a glass of almond milk to make a great pudding. Add sweetener, cinnamon, and leave in fridge overnight. Eat with a few raspberries or blueberries. Yum!
@@snipesentertainment9037 Smart man- goats milk is good stuff. I like goat cheese with Cranbury= $10 at Wegmans so it's not cheap. Some guys online bash chia seeds. Do you find they help your digestion- or hurt it? Any noticeable differences in how you feel when you eat them? They guy is CarnivoreMD- he says they are BS. He demonstrates by putting them in water and points to the gunky slime that results. Those small clips can be misleading so I rather listen to you since you eat them. I have eaten some in the past and did not notice anything really- good or bad. I think most things in moderation usually works.
This is helpful information. It merits mentioning that ground flax and chia can go rancid if stored at room temperature for long periods of time. Oxidative risk occurs after seeds are ground; therefore, I do not purchase ground flax seeds. Heat and light are particularly detrimental. According to many sources, flax and chia should be freshly ground to maximize the nutritional benefits. I grind a 50/50 blend of whole flax/chia and store it in a sealed container in the refrigerator for no longer a few days. I use two tablespoons in yogurt, keto cereals, smoothies, et al. I store the whole seeds in their original packages inside freezer bags in the freezer. I remove only the amount needed to grind more seeds.
Chia meal pros : Omega 3 rich, antioxidants, fiber, potassium, calcium and magnesium . Chia cons : calorically dense and high in oxalates . Flax meal pros : Omega 3 rich +lowers blood pressure ,fiber , lower oxalates compared to chia .Flax cons : estrogenic mimic, cyanogenic glycosides. Conclusion : Use both sparingly 2 tblspns added to meals . Over consumption of either could lead to intestinal blockage .
The estrogenic mimic is a flawed argument you'd need to consume 10x the normal amount most people eat daily for several years for it to do anything. Body fat produces more estrogen in your body than flax seeds, the more fat the more estrogen gets produce. So it's not a big problem.
Just recovered from breast cancer (yay) so thank you for that interesting info in flax and estrogen!👍. I love including flax in my diet for all the reasons you pointed out🥰
I have been eating flax, hemp, and chi seeds every day in my unsweetened apple sauce. I use a coffee bean grinder to grind them. Add 2 tablespoons to my applesauce. My A1C has come down 2 points from three months ago. I go this Friday and am excited to see if it has come down more. I eat a lot of fibrous foods every day.
Blurts out "the short answer" to the question at 7:48. Flax is better. Why? Big words. It has the better sentences containing the better big words. But chia is still good.
Wow calm down, dude, it's because of people like you that there are so many charlatans and conmen selling BS information and for the dumbing down of the YT/internet in general
I put 2T chia seeds in my Greek yogurt to double the calcium I'm eating. I make my own sauerkraut and kefir for probiotics to make it past the stomach acids.
I absolutely love this channel. I have an MS in biology, and I attended medical school in Florida. I love the in-depth research focus to health. I don't mind the heavy sponsorships as I don't expect DeLauer to work for free.
I grind a 50/50 mix of chia and flax. Store it in the fridge. I’ll add a tablespoon with my low carb yogurt, a few pecans (or walnuts) and berries for breakfast or dessert…five times a week. Helped my satiety, helped weight loss, and lowered my HbA1c. It’s also good for droppin a deuce.
I am mixing chia seeds, broken flax seeds, pumpkin seeds, oat flakes, dark chocolate nibs and 1 table spoon of extra vierge olive oil through the yoghurt. A very healthy and tasty mix.
Ive been following you for just a short time, but I have to say, you are doing an amazing job of teaching people some really great things. Keep up what you do and continued success. You have really taught me alot of things on my journey to keep my diabetes at bay. Got off my metformin about 4 months ago with help from you and others like you giving me good info. I cant thank you enough!!!! p.s. Just last year my dr was going to add another pill to help me with my diabetes. I had and A1C of about 10, and a year later its around 6.
10g ground flax, mixed with 10g of ground chia, plus a sprinkle of psyllium husk, cinnamon, raw cacao mixed with lots of warm water and topped with healthy sprinkle of choice.... the ideal healthy low carb grain free oatmeal
@Diana H. if you keep it free of almonds and also ensure that it's consumed in the context of a high calcium diet its fine at these small amounts of just 10g. Plus it's paired with psyllium husk which is high in fibre 🙂
Thank you for this explanation of the effects of the elements and effects of flax and chia. I’ve used both of these in my daily diet for 30 years now. At least now they are much more obtainable in my area of rural Canada, than 30 years ago. I add them to foods such as cereal, hot mostly, don’t eat cold cereal, puddings and to Veg meals etc. I enjoy chia more but just use both because I felt they were both beneficial. After this vid, I have better understanding of each and their effects on my body.
Got me a jar. mixed chia, Flax, Hemp and psyllium. Use in smoothie-style meals. Ingredient examples: cream cheese, pea milk, protein powder, MCT oil, various berries, coffee, 99% chocolate, etc... ingredients vary, spices get added depending what else goes in: fresh ginger and kurkuma are recent favorites, but the jar mix always goes in - just need to keep in mind the consistency since it'll suck a heck of a lot of fluid :D
@@granddaddyofthemall6320 I don't understand what you mean with this? As far as I know, the Jar ingredients are a good mix of healthy fats, some protein and fiber?
If you are a "chaffle" eater, try one egg, 28gm Kerrygold Dubliner cheddar, 28gm mozzerella, 7gm hemp seed, 7gm ground flax, sprinkle w/ 5 gm sunflower seeds each before closing lid. Make them crispy. They will make you food happy dance.
Thx for this fascinating analysis of flaxseed and Chia. Even the putative benefits drawn from Chia (reduced inflammation, better glycemic control ....) were in fact due to the deterioration of the biomarkers of the control group, who was fed simple bran. So , for me flaxseed (before lunch: 1 tbsp ground flax with lemon juice in a warm glass of water) is the way to go .Furthermore, one kilogram of nonGMO flaxseed costs less than 2 dollars in Morocco. But Chia also could be very beneficial for specific conditions as shown in this remarkable video.
@@snappbackcoach morning: 100gr blueberries & 1 teaspoon flax seeds. evening: 125ml almond milk, 60gr rolled oats, 1 teaspoon chia seeds (I made this in the morning and left it in the refrigerator)
I make a daily water bottle with flax meal and chia seeds. It keeps me full for a long time and I’ve noticed a big improvement since starting it along with taking a daily probiotic
Just thought it was worth pointing out that the term Butyrate comes from the word Butter...yet very few people talk about the SCFA benefits of butter. Basically the most pure source. Someone correct me if I'm wrong. Also worth brining into the discuss are other forms of short-chain fatty acids like Iso-Butyrate, Iso-Valerate, and Propionate which are found in an abundance of food sources, but mainly animal-based ones. Point being, SCFA can come from a multitude of sources, so if Chia and Flax are not your thing...not to worry.
@MikeMcManus Are you stating that eating real butter is just as beneficial to improving your gut as eating chia or flax seeds? And if so what brand of butter do you recommend? ty
I've read that over 90% of your butyric acid comes from fermentation of fiber in the gut, and the remainder from sources like butter. Even grass fed butter suppliers won't specify the butyric acid content in their prducts. Grass fed butter is superior to grain fed butter for probably a dozen reasons, but I wouldn't eat it it solely for the butyric acid content when we can easily obtain it from soluble fiber.
Omega 3’s specifically freshly grounded flax seeds and chia seeds helped to reverse the lupus I was diagnosed with in 2021. I still eat the same way, but I think I need to cut back because my BP is usually around 105/65 but has gotten lower. Thank you for all the really cool and informative videos.
how much did grind daily of each and was there a special way you ingested it? all at once? start of the day? empty stomach? mixed in water? Thanks in advance
Good video, lots of info, but at 1:40 there's a slight misstep - insoluble fibre does not 'increase' transit time, it DECREASES it. 'Pushing things through the gut faster' means transit time is DECREASED, not 'increased'.
There is almost no difference. You eat 1-2 tablespoons of seeds a day at most so they won't affect you in any case. Phytoestrogens also are much less estrogenic than real estrogens. If estradiol and other estrogens are a problem for you, stay away from dairy, that usually accounts for 70% of the dietary estrogens
@@Denis-bz4zf That's not what some studies suggest, the high concentration of lignans has a significant effect on testosterone see: czcams.com/video/4WCsuoZMe6Q/video.html f.e.
I eat flaxseed for treating ovarian cysts so I think it can be helpful but I guess I’ll know for sure after my next ultrasound. I would love a video on flaxseed and estrogen effects too.
Chia seeds are high oxalate which is a real problem for many people (most who have not figured that out yet). If you have chronic aches and pains - generalized or localized or shooting pains and changing pain… learn about oxalates. If you lower oxalates remember to do it gradually as suddenly quitting oxalate foods can result in painful - and dangerous for some people - oxalate dumping (detox process).
@@rominahashemi7959 For me any is too much. For someone who has kept oxalate foods low and has no issues a little occasionally is probably fine. I would never (now that Ive learned about chia oxalates/lectins etc) recommend incorporating it regularly for any reason. Just the incidental/accidental potluck amount etc. I think it is a mistake to use it for the good looking protein profile etc due to oxalate levels. I liked chewing them up in a kombucha but after a long break from them… now my body recognizes them as a problem and I get a stomach ache if I try to eat them.
I use 2 tbsp daily in my chia pudding, but even that 15gm is less than half of the daily 37gm used in the bread study (8:30). I wonder what effect the bread making process has on the seed that they had to add that much!! I have long been concerned about the estrogenic possibilities of flaxseed: now that has been 'debunked' I will add 2 tbsp of ground flaxseed to that daily pudding. Can anyone recommend a Azon offering that has ground flaxseed packed in nitrogen? I can not seem to find here in Canada.
this is brilliant. the information is super packed. the delivery is paced so well. the take aways are life changing. the graphics are compelling. most inspiring.
I make a cracker with 1/2 (Chia + ground flax: (1/4 chia and 1/4 ground flax)) and 1/2 other seeds. Personally I use pumpkin seeds (1/4), unhulled seasme seeds (ground) (1/8), hemp protein (1/8), sunflower seeds (1/8) and black cumin (ground) (1/8). Add water to consistency of a stiff mortar, and for those who don't know what that is, try 1 cup + a bit of water, mix, wait 10 minutes, spread with the back of a spoon (it will be too gummy to roll directly), and bake 1 hr minus in 325 oven. (Do 30 min on one side, cut into squares, flip and do 20 min on other side). Variable times depending on the oven temp, and just how much water was used. Since I usually do heaping measures and a bit of extra water, this works -- beware, the crackers go from not done to burnt quickly and, if you cool your crackers in a hot, but off, oven, they will continue to cook a bit, possibly becoming burnt (too dry before becoming crispy before being actually burnt -- it's really a continuum as is the level of crispness desired so experiment to taste. Personally, I like the crackers a bit more chewey than crisp. I top a few squares with sardines, tuna salad, cheese, etc. for a great snack. Also other than the chia and flax that serve as the glue for the cracker, other seeds can be used for the other half of the mix.
OOPS -- I forgot the salt -- i/2 tsp per 4 cups of seeds and I gave a fixed amount of water. I was thinking 1/4 of total seeds = 1/2 cup, so for the 1 cup of water, I had 4 cups of seeds, or alternatively the proportion of water is 1/4. Also if using 4 cups seeds total, it fits nicely onto a half sheet baking sheet.
OOPS2 - the proportion of water is 1/2 = and the total seeds was 2 cups, not 4 so it's 1/2 c. chia, 1/2 cup flax, 1/2 cup pumpkin, 2 TBS seasme, 2 TBS black cumin, 2 TBS sunflower, 2TBS hemp protein, 2 TBS hemp seeds, and yes, this is 1 cup + 2 TBS with a bit of emphasis on the hemp. I don't know what I was thinking or, more likely, I wasn't thinking!
Your knowledge and information about this topic is amazing. I enjoy all your videos. I have a question about chia a flax seed. When is the best time of the day to consume it and how?
Flax is an estrogen adaptogen. If you have too much estrogen, it competes with a milder form, and if you have too little, it augments. This can help prevent cancer, among other things. It cannot be considered a “waste of time.”
@@electricescape1190 Estrogen is a necessary hormone with many effects. I'm not an expert, but I know it causes problems if you have too much or too little, and an adaptogen like flax can be helpful (amount needed varies by age, sex, etc.). Healthy skin, for example. There are no shortage of resources on the Internet.
Your camera presence is awesome, you speak very clearly and make it easy to follow. Also you roll the sponsors in so well it doesn't feel like I'm watching a commercial.
Chia seeds all the way. Chia seeds is exceptional in omega 3 and amazingggg for a chia seed pudding with coconut milk. Devine for break-fast or a treat after a meal 🤓 Flax is good to sprinkle but it's omega 6. You can a 2 to 1 or 3 to 1 balance of omega 3 to omega 6, so give chia any day ☺️☺️
Great video Thomas. I use both (plus more seeds) in baked goods - mainly in coconut flour bread and coconut flour carrot cakes. I add 2-5 tablespoons, depending on the size of the bread or cake. I feel ok. However, my diet is very very varied, so I dont usually feel or notice negative side effects of eating foods.
Flax has long term affects for men . It keeps the prostate under control . It lowers the PSA .For ten years of flax intakes my PSA is 0.27 Many male friends who added Flax to diet have lowered their High PSA numbers 5 or 6 points by taking a tablespoon of fresh ground flax seeds .. Make should you take Flax every day ,
Had to total change my diet due to having breast cancer , I started eating flaxseed ,has helped no end with not getting constipation on chemotherapy, I have chia seeds ,but limit them to a few times a week
I find Flax seeds increase my estrogen levels which in turn triggers migraines for me, I break out in acne and get a little emotional. I seem to do better on Chia.
I'm also suffering with migraine from the past 5 years. I'm a software developer.felt uncomfortable with the digital screens,so I left my job. I tried so many medications ,but nothing worked. Can u please suggest what type of food that I should take and excersizes I should do on regular basis.
@@esandhya2352 most migraines for women are hormonal. Avoid soy, chia, flax. Anything that can increase your estrogen. Coffee and cheese can also be a trigger.
@@esandhya2352 also TAKE VITAMIN B2. Specifically vitamin B2 has been shown to help a great deal for severe migraine sufferers. Start with 200mg a day and you can work your way up to 400mg a day but that can cause stomach upset.
I eat chia seed pudding for breakfast. I make a jar of chia seed pudding that lasts a week. I mix 2 tbsp of pudding and 4 tbsp of plain yogurt together in a bowl. I add 1 heaping tsp of ground flax seeds, 1 heaping tsp of dried coconut flakes, 1/4 tsp of cinnamon, and a pinch of stevia. The rest of my breakfast consists of 2 eggs, a slice of ham, 8 peanuts, 3 oz of cheese, and a cup of herbal tea. At 10 am I have coffee with cream and a square of dark chocolate. My breakfast is very satiating and lasts me until dinner at 5 pm. The flax seeds and chia seeds help, I think.
Another vivid and important video from Master Thomas. 🤩 I use flax from time to time but not every day due to the "myth" of flax might influence negatively testosterone. Now, confirmed from Tom I would increase its consumption. 😺🙏
There’s actually several medical studies that show flax will definitely reduce the levels of testosterone in men. This is why doctors put guys that are at risk for prostatic cancer due to higher levels of testosterone on a flax rich diet. Google scholar has a lot of very good information on this subject.
I think a good question is chia vs basil seeds. Chia and flax are high in phytoestrogens and chia is also high in oxalate and lectins. Basil is low in all of these and has a nutrient profile at least as good as chia, if not better (albeit different).
I mix both( 4 teaspoons) with water and let it soak in the fridge for 24 hrs mixed with black pepper, turmeric, fresh cut ginger and cinnamon. I take it out, run it through the blender and drink it down with a full glass of water ( or more if needed).
I have been looking for the flaxseed estrogen related question for a very long time. It's been so frustrating because of all the contradictions out there. Thank you! I have had to give away so many supplements and food because of not having the correct answers. This information is extremely important to someone that is estrogen dominant.
Hey, great video...I would like to mention that flax seeds best eaten crushed and MUST be roasted...best takeaway here seems to be to go 50/50 on both.
@@dilettanter apparently they're poisonous to some extent unless you roast them and burn off the outer covering. I was making the same mistake till recently too.
Increase in transit time means slowing down. speed=distance/time, It is hard to taje someone serious if simple concept is incorrectly presented in the first couple of minutes.
I'm a little confused regarding whether flax should be eaten or not. I just watched a video Thomas did a while back where he states flax is one of the worst foods for hormones and slows fat loss. 🤔
Flax is great. The study that showed a 20% decrease in testosterone from flax used 30 grams, that's over two tablespoons. Consume one tablespoon or less of flax and you won't have any issues of reduced testosterone.. I go with one tablespoon of freshly ground up flax and one tablespoon of freshly ground up chia per day.. But you grind up a weeks worth and store in the refrigerator.
The truth is that all of these you-tube clowns are nothing but front men for the channel and they are just readng and acting off a teleprompter and like this doof is doing, trying to string as many back-to-back scientific terms to really impress the listeners. They don't do the research, their not scientists or nutritionists, they don't publish anything, etc. because they have the researchers behind them instructing them what to read! But Tom looks and acts like the fitness part to sell the channel and does so by having been jacked up on roids for years and no more got his body from keto than the man in the moon. Beyond the fact that he has to keep his biceps pumped the whole time he's jabbering so everyone can see them as that's part of the sales schtick - and make the women swoon! It's all part of the sales game and as you saw - to pump his Seed product with his special discount that he gets a kickback on. The other issue is that the research articles he cites are not necessarily definitive, are often sponsored by grants that can can indirectly influence the study and skew results, and are always subject to change. Not saying what he's spouting isn't presently factual just that the whole schtick is intentionally deceptive.
Both chia and flax are much more usable when ground. However flax contains cyanogenic glycoside, which forms hydrogen cyanide when the seeds are crushed and hit water. You'd have to eat a fair amount to reach toxic levels, but it's worth noting.
Yes it’s a real problem, I’ve been just adding it into meals during cooking instead now (eg crockpot meals or soups) so as to destroy the toxins, worth being mindful of this.
I do kinda Flax oatmeal on days not fasting... I love it because it replaces my want for grains and still Keto.. But I do a mix with equal parts Flax and Hemp Seeds(Hemps has so much protein it is crazy + lot of good Omega's), and 1/3 amount of Chia Seeds. No actual Oats that is just a description for what the texture and looks like. I might add some pumpkin spice which is mostly Cinnamon for flavor with hot mater... It is freaking good. Great for colder winter mornings
I use ground flax + chia + hemp combo and add it to my salad dressing along with ginger, braggs apple cider vinegar, fresh lemon juice, then olive oil + avocado oil (lesser amount) sea salt & lately, I've been also adding 1/2 Tbs ground psyllium husk... it has really helped my gut issues (so far, but it's too soon to know for sure). . . I think that I'm going to try using Tom's suggestion for a probiotic with the "Seed Line". . . I've had very severe gut issues I'm convinced that it is Crohn's... but it has somehow evaded a diagnosis, very frustrating... I'm seeing on the Crohn's support FB page that there are many others that have horrible gut issues spanning years, like me, without a diagnosis despite seeing many doctors for their condition... I'm on a quest to "get well", and if I find success I'm going to tell the others!
Flax has to be ground for your body to absorb it (if not it'll pass right through). Upto 2 tablespoons a day is good. I personally have uncooked but I hear it's supposedly ok to cook it.
@Philip C switch from rolled oats to steel cut oats. or even whole oat groats. they're lower Glycemic Index compared to rolled oats. make a big pot Sunday night while watching tv, and scoop out what you want every morning--just reheat. no need to make oatmeal every morning! is your flax seed ground or whole seed? hopefully ground. whole flax seeds are basically only good for constipation or crunchiness, as they'll pass right thru you. Ground flax (flax meal) has the nutritional benefits described in the video. cacao should be non-alkaline. i do something similar, except for your hemp protein powder i may use hemp seeds. i use hemp or other vegan protein powders only in my after-workout drinks. the protein boost is for the muscle recovery needed within an hour of strength training. On non-workout days i don't supplement with protein powders, as there's plenty of protein in one's daily diet. as one who has been eating a 95% vegan diet for >14 years, i use vegan protein powders (hemp, pea, etc, and without artificial sweeteners) and avoid whey. pomegranate kernels are another good 'berry' (fresh or bag of frozen), as are blackberries. (blackberries and raspberries are super easy to grow: plant once and they propagate every year. pick your own every summer and save a lot of money. at the height of the season i may pick over 2 quarts a day, and freeze the excess, lasts for weeks.) i use cayenne pepper instead of black pepper, as it lowers blood glucose. Also for blood glucose i use powdered fenugreek, amla and karela (bitter melon) powders, found at Indian markets, where you can also find fresh bitter melons and different forms of amla (Indian Gooseberry fruit) (fresh, frozen). i may add stevia powder to sweeten, especially if i don't use cacao. i may also add garlic & onion powders. walnuts i eat separately at another time. i don't use maca. may add moringa. for my pre-workout drink, i mix myvega.com/products/vega-sport-sugar-free-energizer-1 with beet powder and a powdered vitamin C (Na or Ca Ascorbate) in 16 ounces water.
Chia seeds are high in lectins, these hide in seeds, grains, leaves, bark, and shells. Chia seeds, in particular, are therefore considered to contain lectins. Although humans do not digest lectins, the sticky proteins can sneak into the bloodstream through their intestines.
Thanks for explaining the estrogen receptors getting blocked to prevent estrogen's affect. That's the only reason I just switched from flax to chia. Now I can use my flax again to receive it's benefits. P.S. I grind my whole flax seeds. As well, I just learned that chia seeds are inflammatory due to a lectin chia seeds contain.
Thomas, did you point out that Flax becomes Toxic So Quickly that you need to store Flax Whole Seed Unground in the Fridge and only bring out What you will Be Consuming Each time you do and Then Grind in a designated grinder to not contaminate youre flax and get it fresh Non-Toxic every time. And brush out or clean out your grinder after each use. Of course that means to not Buy any foods containing previously ground Flax. It will be Toxic.
Great video and your content is excellent. Thank you. Can you comment on how best to access the benefits of both flax and chia? Flax benefits are not readily accessible without grinding them up etc and similarly, chia without soaking (although easier). Flax seeds pass without change unless ground up so the soluble benefit is not not as accessed. They do also become oxidized if the powder is not used timely. Your insight will be interesting
I like to add slippery elm to my flax and chia. Occasionally I will also add organic rolled oats, pecans, dried fruit, Allulose, potato starch (resistant starch). My gut microbiome rewards me with plenty of SCFA and healthy bowels. Thanks gut bugs for your service. :).
I choose Chia. Both my Mother and Grandmother had Estrogen Dominant Breast cancer and Flax is too risky for me personally. Since Flax has Phytoestrogens, I choose Chia.
@@alissasteffensvocalcoach342 please watch from 13:33 . Flax effectively decreases Oestrogen; the compounds in flax that have an oestrogen-like structure bind to the bodies oestrogen receptors, so they are no longer available to bind with the bodies real oestrogen, the receptors don’t respond to the fake plant oestrogen, so the bodies potential oestrogen response is reduced. Hence reducing the likely occurrence of any ailment triggered by oestrogen.
Flax is a weak estrogen and doesn’t disrupt the estrogen levels, it keeps them down if anything, this works the same way with soy which has a weak estrogen. The industry had us fool about this for a long time.
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Would you say that taking both seeds would be more beneficial?
Uh you might not receive emails if the internet goes down.
@@pwoods00 fact!!!
Thomas understood the assignment hehe..@ apocalypse coming to a town near you 🥺🥺
Aren’t flaxseeds loaded with phyto estrogens?
I mix flax and Chia. I also eat walnuts almost every day. Flax is a fairly good source of Protein also. You can't confuse me. I was already confused. I am a healthy 82 year old just trying to stay that way. Thanks
Great choice sir
How long have you eaten walnuts every day?
Same here, 50/50. I buy whole brown flaxseeds (not golden), it’s more powerful, and with chia seeds, I ground them up and store in a small glass jar. Then store the jar in the freezer. Don’t worry, it won’t freeze and will keep the mixture fresh. I use 3 tbsp of the ground seeds before every meal (twice a day), so that’s about 64 grams of fiber everyday. My BP has never been better, 115/65 with resting pulse at 54). I ditched sugar, processed carbs, vegetable and seed oils (use extra virgin olive oil, avocado, or coconut oil instead for cooking and frying). Your heart will thank you.
Colon Hydrotherapist here. If you have slow bowel motility (constipation) be so so careful with the amount of soluble fiber you eat. If too much is eaten, it can basically turn into a thick glue in your colon and makes you more constipated. Start with a tiny amount and eat food that contains a lot of fluid and drink a lot of water as well.
What is a colon hydrotherapist?? A colon water therapist?? What is that??
@@ASmith-jn7kfSometimes called a colonic, colon hydrotherapy is introducing water into the colon to help clear the colon of waste to and hydrate the colon…. it’s like a really deep enema.
I noticed my bowels would become harder on Keto which was painful, although I was still going daily. I was having about 1tbs of chia seeds and 1tbs of flax oil in smoothies daily. Along with coconut cream. I tried drinking lots of water thru the day and taking Metamucil and electrolyte supplements. Nothing seemed to help so I stopped keto and my bowels were normal again. Do you have recommendations for how I can get back on keto and keep normal (softer) bowel movements?
@@nanasloves I noticed my bowels would become harder on Keto which was painful, although I was still going daily. I was having about 1tbs of chia seeds and 1tbs of flax oil in smoothies daily. Along with coconut cream. I tried drinking lots of water thru the day and taking Metamucil and electrolyte supplements. Nothing seemed to help so I stopped keto and my bowels were normal again. Do you have recommendations for how I can get back on keto and keep normal (softer) bowel movements?
@@realestwatchreviews You could experiment with not taking Metamucil or chia and eating a ton of non starchy veggies. Every body has a different microbiome, but it’s supposed to adjust when the diet changes. The gut is amazing and complex- A huge salad with the meat included is a nice way to get the veggies in.
🤔…….so, in conclusion, chia & flax are beneficial. Consume both.
@@johnnylawrence7232 me too. It’s painful.
@@deegir3354I swear, this guys does the absolute too much
@@fynechyldprobably the excess steroids 🤣
@@fynechyldunfortunately they all due 🙄
You tube time plays into the reason.
I mix 1.5 tbsp of chia and the same amount of ground flax seed in a glass of almond milk to make a great pudding. Add sweetener, cinnamon, and leave in fridge overnight. Eat with a few raspberries or blueberries. Yum!
Excellent idea 💡
Will give it a try- thanks!
Gunna try it, thanks 👍😊
I drink goat milk with the same amounts of chia and flax
@@snipesentertainment9037 Smart man- goats milk is good stuff. I like goat cheese with Cranbury= $10 at Wegmans so it's not cheap.
Some guys online bash chia seeds. Do you find they help your digestion- or hurt it? Any noticeable differences in how you feel when you eat them? They guy is CarnivoreMD- he says they are BS. He demonstrates by putting them in water and points to the gunky slime that results. Those small clips can be misleading so I rather listen to you since you eat them. I have eaten some in the past and did not notice anything really- good or bad. I think most things in moderation usually works.
This is helpful information. It merits mentioning that ground flax and chia can go rancid if stored at room temperature for long periods of time. Oxidative risk occurs after seeds are ground; therefore, I do not purchase ground flax seeds. Heat and light are particularly detrimental.
According to many sources, flax and chia should be freshly ground to maximize the nutritional benefits. I grind a 50/50 blend of whole flax/chia and store it in a sealed container in the refrigerator for no longer a few days. I use two tablespoons in yogurt, keto cereals, smoothies, et al.
I store the whole seeds in their original packages inside freezer bags in the freezer. I remove only the amount needed to grind more seeds.
Am I the only one who sometimes feels I need Cliff Notes to go along with his videos??? :)
If you don't take notes & review them you do not retain the information.
Chia meal pros : Omega 3 rich, antioxidants, fiber, potassium, calcium and magnesium . Chia cons : calorically dense and high in oxalates . Flax meal pros : Omega 3 rich +lowers blood pressure ,fiber , lower oxalates compared to chia .Flax cons : estrogenic mimic, cyanogenic glycosides. Conclusion : Use both sparingly 2 tblspns added to meals . Over consumption of either could lead to intestinal blockage .
The estrogenic mimic is a flawed argument you'd need to consume 10x the normal amount most people eat daily for several years for it to do anything. Body fat produces more estrogen in your body than flax seeds, the more fat the more estrogen gets produce. So it's not a big problem.
Just recovered from breast cancer (yay) so thank you for that interesting info in flax and estrogen!👍. I love including flax in my diet for all the reasons you pointed out🥰
Try the alkaline diet
So happy to hear you are recovered,have a great day 🎉🎉🥳
That's great news! Good luck moving forward on your health journey!
💪🏼😎👍🏼
Wow! Good to hear!
Thank you for mentioning the estrogen effect from Flax!
I think I'll eat both chia & flax.
I have been eating flax, hemp, and chi seeds every day in my unsweetened apple sauce. I use a coffee bean grinder to grind them. Add 2 tablespoons to my applesauce. My A1C has come down 2 points from three months ago. I go this Friday and am excited to see if it has come down more. I eat a lot of fibrous foods every day.
Wow! Please update this. What else did you change? Keto?
update?
@@MccZerk electric coffee grinder
Apple sauce is incredible sweet. If I were you I’d not use it.
@@SisterSandraElziraThomas She said she eats unsweetened applesauce.
Blurts out "the short answer" to the question at 7:48. Flax is better. Why? Big words. It has the better sentences containing the better big words. But chia is still good.
Wow calm down, dude, it's because of people like you that there are so many charlatans and conmen selling BS information and for the dumbing down of the YT/internet in general
😂😂😂😂😂
Thomas gets so excited about this stuff. It's cute to see him nerd out.
I put 2T chia seeds in my Greek yogurt to double the calcium I'm eating.
I make my own sauerkraut and kefir for probiotics to make it past the stomach acids.
I absolutely love this channel. I have an MS in biology, and I attended medical school in Florida. I love the in-depth research focus to health. I don't mind the heavy sponsorships as I don't expect DeLauer to work for free.
I'd say he is worth every penny. Dude is amazing!
Or his team. We can do good work when working solo but we do great work when part or leading a team. He does great work!🎉
I grind a 50/50 mix of chia and flax. Store it in the fridge. I’ll add a tablespoon with my low carb yogurt, a few pecans (or walnuts) and berries for breakfast or dessert…five times a week. Helped my satiety, helped weight loss, and lowered my HbA1c. It’s also good for droppin a deuce.
I am mixing chia seeds, broken flax seeds, pumpkin seeds, oat flakes, dark chocolate nibs and 1 table spoon of extra vierge olive oil through the yoghurt. A very healthy and tasty mix.
Ive been following you for just a short time, but I have to say, you are doing an amazing job of teaching people some really great things. Keep up what you do and continued success. You have really taught me alot of things on my journey to keep my diabetes at bay. Got off my metformin about 4 months ago with help from you and others like you giving me good info. I cant thank you enough!!!!
p.s. Just last year my dr was going to add another pill to help me with my diabetes. I had and A1C of about 10, and a year later its around 6.
Juan, what other channels do you recommend?
True, he's a good source. Tries hard to learn and find studies, so he's like an extra filter for the masses of info out there online :)
A good opinion
What do you think helped you the most with your diabetes?
How did you manage to lower your a1c so much? Please, share your experience.
Long story short…. Eat flax and chia! 👍
10g ground flax, mixed with 10g of ground chia, plus a sprinkle of psyllium husk, cinnamon, raw cacao mixed with lots of warm water and topped with healthy sprinkle of choice.... the ideal healthy low carb grain free oatmeal
Grain free Oatmeal ?? That sounds like a contradiction !!
@@jamesmarshall3311 in the USA some call it no-meal instead of oatmeal.
Some people use riced cauliflower or courgette too
Full of oxalates unfortunately..
@Diana H. if you keep it free of almonds and also ensure that it's consumed in the context of a high calcium diet its fine at these small amounts of just 10g. Plus it's paired with psyllium husk which is high in fibre 🙂
Thank you for this explanation of the effects of the elements and effects of flax and chia. I’ve used both of these in my daily diet for 30 years now. At least now they are much more obtainable in my area of rural Canada, than 30 years ago. I add them to foods such as cereal, hot mostly, don’t eat cold cereal, puddings and to Veg meals etc. I enjoy chia more but just use both because I felt they were both beneficial. After this vid, I have better understanding of each and their effects on my body.
After lunch I drink a glass of water with several teaspoons of ground flax and chia in it. I do this every day.
Eat both and add hemp seeds as well.
Got me a jar. mixed chia, Flax, Hemp and psyllium.
Use in smoothie-style meals. Ingredient examples: cream cheese, pea milk, protein powder, MCT oil, various berries, coffee, 99% chocolate, etc... ingredients vary, spices get added depending what else goes in: fresh ginger and kurkuma are recent favorites, but the jar mix always goes in - just need to keep in mind the consistency since it'll suck a heck of a lot of fluid :D
Toxic slave "food".
@@granddaddyofthemall6320 sv***ge washed your brain
@@nah1110 The other way around. Plant-based gurus washed your brain.
@@granddaddyofthemall6320 Yh some plants are amazing.
@@granddaddyofthemall6320 I don't understand what you mean with this? As far as I know, the Jar ingredients are a good mix of healthy fats, some protein and fiber?
If you are a "chaffle" eater, try one egg, 28gm Kerrygold Dubliner cheddar, 28gm mozzerella, 7gm hemp seed, 7gm ground flax, sprinkle w/ 5 gm sunflower seeds each before closing lid. Make them crispy. They will make you food happy dance.
Wow! Sounds great! Thank you!
Skip the egg and add chia instead to the above
Sounds delicious! Going to try this for breakfast tomorrow
Thx for this fascinating analysis of flaxseed and Chia. Even the putative benefits drawn from Chia (reduced inflammation, better glycemic control ....) were in fact due to the deterioration of the biomarkers of the control group, who was fed simple bran.
So , for me flaxseed (before lunch: 1 tbsp ground flax with lemon juice in a warm glass of water) is the way to go .Furthermore, one kilogram of nonGMO flaxseed costs less than 2 dollars in Morocco.
But Chia also could be very beneficial for specific conditions as shown in this remarkable video.
lemon juice in hot water destroy vitamin c
I consume flax seed with blueberries every morning and chia seed with rolled oat every evening. Never been better!
How much do you eat ?
@@snappbackcoach morning: 100gr blueberries & 1 teaspoon flax seeds. evening: 125ml almond milk, 60gr rolled oats, 1 teaspoon chia seeds (I made this in the morning and left it in the refrigerator)
I put chia seeds in my organic peanut butter, to boost the omega-3, in an omega-6 dominant food. The texture it great too!
Do people not watch the video before commenting? Why do I see so many comments on flax being estrogenic when he addresses it in the video itself?
Bro scientists. They will say that and drink milk or eat it's byproducts. Go figure.
Had chia and flax seed together for the first time and it seems as if I got a full colon cleanse. My system cleaned up nicely.
how did you eat them? in a yogurt or ?
i found flax seed really helped my arthritis , it was seriously a next day transformation
How do u take it?
How much do you take and is still helping?
I make a daily water bottle with flax meal and chia seeds. It keeps me full for a long time and I’ve noticed a big improvement since starting it along with taking a daily probiotic
What kind of probiotic do you take?
That's a great idea
You mean 💩💩💩💩💩💩💩?
What kind of improvement?
@@FrenchViking466 digestion and being more regular!
Just thought it was worth pointing out that the term Butyrate comes from the word Butter...yet very few people talk about the SCFA benefits of butter. Basically the most pure source. Someone correct me if I'm wrong. Also worth brining into the discuss are other forms of short-chain fatty acids like Iso-Butyrate, Iso-Valerate, and Propionate which are found in an abundance of food sources, but mainly animal-based ones. Point being, SCFA can come from a multitude of sources, so if Chia and Flax are not your thing...not to worry.
Thank you for explaining this. 👍🏻
@MikeMcManus
Are you stating that eating real butter is just as beneficial to improving your gut as eating chia or flax seeds? And if so what brand of butter do you recommend? ty
@@dkhnguess No, not close at all
I've read that over 90% of your butyric acid comes from fermentation of fiber in the gut, and the remainder from sources like butter. Even grass fed butter suppliers won't specify the butyric acid content in their prducts. Grass fed butter is superior to grain fed butter for probably a dozen reasons, but I wouldn't eat it it solely for the butyric acid content when we can easily obtain it from soluble fiber.
Omega 3’s specifically freshly grounded flax seeds and chia seeds helped to reverse the lupus I was diagnosed with in 2021. I still eat the same way, but I think I need to cut back because my BP is usually around 105/65 but has gotten lower. Thank you for all the really cool and informative videos.
Wow you reversed Lupus? My relative is crazy sick with Lupus.. not cure in sight, only bad meds
how much did grind daily of each and was there a special way you ingested it? all at once? start of the day? empty stomach? mixed in water? Thanks in advance
I grind a 1/2 cup and put it in 64 oz of green smoothie. I did that on Dr. Brooke Goldner’s goodbye lupus protocol.
@@rosetulip1231 TY
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One of the best videos made on this topic. Hands down. Applied clinical biochemistry in nutrition
Good video, lots of info, but at 1:40 there's a slight misstep - insoluble fibre does not 'increase' transit time, it DECREASES it. 'Pushing things through the gut faster' means transit time is DECREASED, not 'increased'.
Yeah - just caught that too and looked for a comment to check.
Agreed. That is a common mistake throughout the health influencer crowd. Transit SPEED is increased. Transit TIME is decreased.
I would love to hear more about flax and it’s affect on estrogen.
There is almost no difference.
You eat 1-2 tablespoons of seeds a day at most so they won't affect you in any case.
Phytoestrogens also are much less estrogenic than real estrogens.
If estradiol and other estrogens are a problem for you, stay away from dairy, that usually accounts for 70% of the dietary estrogens
@@Denis-bz4zf That's not what some studies suggest, the high concentration of lignans has a significant effect on testosterone see: czcams.com/video/4WCsuoZMe6Q/video.html f.e.
I eat flaxseed for treating ovarian cysts so I think it can be helpful but I guess I’ll know for sure after my next ultrasound. I would love a video on flaxseed and estrogen effects too.
the short answer at 7:47 you are welcome
You are a modern hero
@@deegir3354yes he proves you don’t have to be old to be wise.
Chia seeds are high oxalate which is a real problem for many people (most who have not figured that out yet). If you have chronic aches and pains - generalized or localized or shooting pains and changing pain… learn about oxalates. If you lower oxalates remember to do it gradually as suddenly quitting oxalate foods can result in painful - and dangerous for some people - oxalate dumping (detox process).
How much chia has too much oxalate?
Eat hemp seeds then
@@rominahashemi7959 it’s usually recommended consuming a tablespoon of chia seeds.
@@rominahashemi7959 For me any is too much. For someone who has kept oxalate foods low and has no issues a little occasionally is probably fine. I would never (now that Ive learned about chia oxalates/lectins etc) recommend incorporating it regularly for any reason. Just the incidental/accidental potluck amount etc. I think it is a mistake to use it for the good looking protein profile etc due to oxalate levels. I liked chewing them up in a kombucha but after a long break from them… now my body recognizes them as a problem and I get a stomach ache if I try to eat them.
@@edsher7679 Yes, a better plant option I agree. Eat a bite of ethically 😇sourced steak/eggs/salmon - even better for me. 🐬
I used 1 tb of chia seeds a day for a month. It lowered my cholesterol 30 points.
Good to know! I can't afford to get mine tested that often.
I use 2 tbsp daily in my chia pudding, but even that 15gm is less than half of the daily 37gm used in the bread study (8:30). I wonder what effect the bread making process has on the seed that they had to add that much!!
I have long been concerned about the estrogenic possibilities of flaxseed: now that has been 'debunked' I will add 2 tbsp of ground flaxseed to that daily pudding. Can anyone recommend a Azon offering that has ground flaxseed packed in nitrogen? I can not seem to find here in Canada.
I donate blood so it gets checked for cholesterol
Is it ground? soaked?
I used to mix both together just a little with my greet yogurt and smoothie.
Just get a bag mix of chia, flex, and hemp. They sell them everywhere including Walmart.
this is brilliant. the information is super packed. the delivery is paced so well. the take aways are life changing. the graphics are compelling. most inspiring.
Metamucil is made from psyllium husk which has soluble fibers and great for lowering ld-LDL cholestrol.
I love the background and the good vibes you share and your energy!
You're motivating!
I make a cracker with 1/2 (Chia + ground flax: (1/4 chia and 1/4 ground flax)) and 1/2 other seeds. Personally I use pumpkin seeds (1/4), unhulled seasme seeds (ground) (1/8), hemp protein (1/8), sunflower seeds (1/8) and black cumin (ground) (1/8). Add water to consistency of a stiff mortar, and for those who don't know what that is, try 1 cup + a bit of water, mix, wait 10 minutes, spread with the back of a spoon (it will be too gummy to roll directly), and bake 1 hr minus in 325 oven. (Do 30 min on one side, cut into squares, flip and do 20 min on other side). Variable times depending on the oven temp, and just how much water was used. Since I usually do heaping measures and a bit of extra water, this works -- beware, the crackers go from not done to burnt quickly and, if you cool your crackers in a hot, but off, oven, they will continue to cook a bit, possibly becoming burnt (too dry before becoming crispy before being actually burnt -- it's really a continuum as is the level of crispness desired so experiment to taste. Personally, I like the crackers a bit more chewey than crisp. I top a few squares with sardines, tuna salad, cheese, etc. for a great snack. Also other than the chia and flax that serve as the glue for the cracker, other seeds can be used for the other half of the mix.
OOPS -- I forgot the salt -- i/2 tsp per 4 cups of seeds and I gave a fixed amount of water. I was thinking 1/4 of total seeds = 1/2 cup, so for the 1 cup of water, I had 4 cups of seeds, or alternatively the proportion of water is 1/4. Also if using 4 cups seeds total, it fits nicely onto a half sheet baking sheet.
OOPS2 - the proportion of water is 1/2 = and the total seeds was 2 cups, not 4 so it's 1/2 c. chia, 1/2 cup flax, 1/2 cup pumpkin, 2 TBS seasme, 2 TBS black cumin, 2 TBS sunflower, 2TBS hemp protein, 2 TBS hemp seeds, and yes, this is 1 cup + 2 TBS with a bit of emphasis on the hemp. I don't know what I was thinking or, more likely, I wasn't thinking!
Adding chili flakes makes them more interesting .
Thank you for sharing your recipe!! 😃
Thank you for sharing this
Your knowledge and information about this topic is amazing. I enjoy all your videos. I have a question about chia a flax seed. When is the best time of the day to consume it and how?
In the morning 😂
Flax is an estrogen adaptogen. If you have too much estrogen, it competes with a milder form, and if you have too little, it augments. This can help prevent cancer, among other things. It cannot be considered a “waste of time.”
What happens if you have too little?
@@electricescape1190 Flax provides more than you would have had without flax. It augments.
@MissLibertarian can you explain what that means
@@electricescape1190 Estrogen is a necessary hormone with many effects. I'm not an expert, but I know it causes problems if you have too much or too little, and an adaptogen like flax can be helpful (amount needed varies by age, sex, etc.). Healthy skin, for example. There are no shortage of resources on the Internet.
@@MissLibertariantrue high estrogen is not good.
Your camera presence is awesome, you speak very clearly and make it easy to follow. Also you roll the sponsors in so well it doesn't feel like I'm watching a commercial.
You’re so concise! It’s like a whole Ted Talk in 14 minutes and 23 seconds!
Chia seeds all the way. Chia seeds is exceptional in omega 3 and amazingggg for a chia seed pudding with coconut milk. Devine for break-fast or a treat after a meal 🤓
Flax is good to sprinkle but it's omega 6. You can a 2 to 1 or 3 to 1 balance of omega 3 to omega 6, so give chia any day ☺️☺️
I've been eating Chia and Flax every single day for years.
And.....
@@ASmith-jn7kf and he's still alive!
@@KathrineJKozachok 😂😂
I was just about to post "But isn't flaxseeds estrogenic?" I'll be looking forward to that video on flaxseeds!
Thats why I dont eat flax. I put chia seeds in oatmeal and smoothies
they aren't estrogenic, a food to be estrogenic must cause estrogenic effects in the body, i.e. dairy (estradiol, femenine sexual hormone)
Don't choose one over the other, take both to reap the benefits of both
Chia powder helps me poo!! When nothing else was working. Love your videos, Thomas!
Great video Thomas.
I use both (plus more seeds) in baked goods - mainly in coconut flour bread and coconut flour carrot cakes. I add 2-5 tablespoons, depending on the size of the bread or cake. I feel ok. However, my diet is very very varied, so I dont usually feel or notice negative side effects of eating foods.
i eat a bag of flax a day 200 g so you know
The flax seeds must be grinded... or they have no effect.
@@diamondmeeple True. I grind them with my teeth after baking. They easy break down then. Mindful eating helps.
What is the other seeds
@@SkyelarEagle Any seeds that are suitable for baking, like pumpkin seeds etc.
Dude, that was impressive. Not only is the info great, you are also throwing all this detailed info at us from the top of your head. Props!!!
Thank you for this and all your other helpful, well thought out videos. They are making a difference in my health.
You can soak/sprout your flax seeds/slow roast them before grinding them to eliminate the antinutrients. This was an AWESOME video! GO FLAX! :)
I never thought to try sprouting them! You slow roast the sprouts? I don’t know how to slow roast anything but it sounds helpful.
I'm inquiring in what you think about the cadmium in flax. Thanks you.
Bollocks
@@tnijoo5109very alow fire for 3 mins.
Flax has long term affects for men . It keeps the prostate under control . It lowers the PSA .For ten years of flax intakes my PSA is 0.27 Many male friends who added Flax to diet have lowered their High PSA numbers 5 or 6 points by taking a tablespoon of fresh ground flax seeds .. Make should you take Flax every day ,
Flax Lowers testosterone, i wouldn't touch it.
Had to total change my diet due to having breast cancer , I started eating flaxseed ,has helped no end with not getting constipation on chemotherapy, I have chia seeds ,but limit them to a few times a week
Hemp seeds are the best
Hemp oil is the best 1000 mg a day I highly recommend it
Hemp oil is the best 1000 mg a day I highly recommend it
I sprinkle flax and chia seeds on my yogurt, salads and tortilla rollups:). I like the crunch lol.
I find Flax seeds increase my estrogen levels which in turn triggers migraines for me, I break out in acne and get a little emotional. I seem to do better on Chia.
Me too I’d rather have chia🎉
I'm also suffering with migraine from the past 5 years. I'm a software developer.felt uncomfortable with the digital screens,so I left my job. I tried so many medications ,but nothing worked. Can u please suggest what type of food that I should take and excersizes I should do on regular basis.
@@esandhya2352 most migraines for women are hormonal. Avoid soy, chia, flax. Anything that can increase your estrogen. Coffee and cheese can also be a trigger.
@@esandhya2352 also TAKE VITAMIN B2. Specifically vitamin B2 has been shown to help a great deal for severe migraine sufferers. Start with 200mg a day and you can work your way up to 400mg a day but that can cause stomach upset.
Flax has helped my regularity more than other things Glad to hear it doesn't increase estrogen
So..... both....
I eat chia seed pudding for breakfast. I make a jar of chia seed pudding that lasts a week. I mix 2 tbsp of pudding and 4 tbsp of plain yogurt together in a bowl. I add 1 heaping tsp of ground flax seeds, 1 heaping tsp of dried coconut flakes, 1/4 tsp of cinnamon, and a pinch of stevia. The rest of my breakfast consists of 2 eggs, a slice of ham, 8 peanuts, 3 oz of cheese, and a cup of herbal tea. At 10 am I have coffee with cream and a square of dark chocolate. My breakfast is very satiating and lasts me until dinner at 5 pm. The flax seeds and chia seeds help, I think.
Shit sounds nasty
@Lily Stonne, at what time do you usually have breakfast?
@@monstermcboo7282 8am.
Thanks, Lily!
Great to know!! Do you dry roast flax seed before grinding them or you just have them in ground form without dry roasting them?
Thank you😊
Another vivid and important video from Master Thomas. 🤩
I use flax from time to time but not every day due to the "myth" of flax might influence negatively testosterone. Now, confirmed from Tom I would increase its consumption. 😺🙏
Same! I have been avoiding for this reason
@@brianthornton5836 it boost Libido and increase Testosterone
There’s actually several medical studies that show flax will definitely reduce the levels of testosterone in men. This is why doctors put guys that are at risk for prostatic cancer due to higher levels of testosterone on a flax rich diet. Google scholar has a lot of very good information on this subject.
I think a good question is chia vs basil seeds. Chia and flax are high in phytoestrogens and chia is also high in oxalate and lectins. Basil is low in all of these and has a nutrient profile at least as good as chia, if not better (albeit different).
I mix both( 4 teaspoons) with water and let it soak in the fridge for 24 hrs mixed with black pepper, turmeric, fresh cut ginger and cinnamon. I take it out, run it through the blender and drink it down with a full glass of water ( or more if needed).
I have been looking for the flaxseed estrogen related question for a very long time. It's been so frustrating because of all the contradictions out there. Thank you! I have had to give away so many supplements and food because of not having the correct answers. This information is extremely important to someone that is estrogen dominant.
Im still confused and caught inbetween this.
Which seed is better?
Hey, great video...I would like to mention that flax seeds best eaten crushed and MUST be roasted...best takeaway here seems to be to go 50/50 on both.
Why roasted
? (forgot the question mark)
@@dilettanter apparently they're poisonous to some extent unless you roast them and burn off the outer covering. I was making the same mistake till recently too.
@@jagjeetsihra2862 maybe we have to lightly roast flaxseed to kill any fungus?
What color are they raw? If they are brown, aren't they roasted?
Increase in transit time means slowing down. speed=distance/time, It is hard to taje someone serious if simple concept is incorrectly presented in the first couple of minutes.
Moderation is the key
Finally a video to answer the age old question I have had! Thank you Thomas
So, which is better?
Why is there a debate between the two? Take both. I add both to my smoothie everyday.
first glance at the thumbnail and i swear you were ingesting a cluster of bees.
I'm a little confused regarding whether flax should be eaten or not. I just watched a video Thomas did a while back where he states flax is one of the worst foods for hormones and slows fat loss. 🤔
he probably forgot what he said. he said so many stupid things.
@@Alan-wl5de Then why do you watch so many of his videos then?
Flax is great. The study that showed a 20% decrease in testosterone from flax used 30 grams, that's over two tablespoons. Consume one tablespoon or less of flax and you won't have any issues of reduced testosterone.. I go with one tablespoon of freshly ground up flax and one tablespoon of freshly ground up chia per day.. But you grind up a weeks worth and store in the refrigerator.
The truth is that all of these you-tube clowns are nothing but front men for the channel and they are just readng and acting off a teleprompter and like this doof is doing, trying to string as many back-to-back scientific terms to really impress the listeners. They don't do the research, their not scientists or nutritionists, they don't publish anything, etc. because they have the researchers behind them instructing them what to read! But Tom looks and acts like the fitness part to sell the channel and does so by having been jacked up on roids for years and no more got his body from keto than the man in the moon. Beyond the fact that he has to keep his biceps pumped the whole time he's jabbering so everyone can see them as that's part of the sales schtick - and make the women swoon! It's all part of the sales game and as you saw - to pump his Seed product with his special discount that he gets a kickback on. The other issue is that the research articles he cites are not necessarily definitive, are often sponsored by grants that can can indirectly influence the study and skew results, and are always subject to change. Not saying what he's spouting isn't presently factual just that the whole schtick is intentionally deceptive.
@@Alan-wl5de 😄😄😄
Both chia and flax are much more usable when ground. However flax contains cyanogenic glycoside, which forms hydrogen cyanide when the seeds are crushed and hit water. You'd have to eat a fair amount to reach toxic levels, but it's worth noting.
Nonsense
@@JohnnyLudlow What are you calling nonsense?
The only downside of flaxseed is that it contains a lot of cadmium. You should not consume more than 20 grams per day which is about a spoon full
Yes it’s a real problem, I’ve been just adding it into meals during cooking instead now (eg crockpot meals or soups) so as to destroy the toxins, worth being mindful of this.
Beet root,carrots,apple,ginger and chia. Blended all and drink with no sugar .
I do kinda Flax oatmeal on days not fasting... I love it because it replaces my want for grains and still Keto.. But I do a mix with equal parts Flax and Hemp Seeds(Hemps has so much protein it is crazy + lot of good Omega's), and 1/3 amount of Chia Seeds. No actual Oats that is just a description for what the texture and looks like. I might add some pumpkin spice which is mostly Cinnamon for flavor with hot mater... It is freaking good. Great for colder winter mornings
Isn't flax estrogenic?
That's what I've read.
Evidently you guys haven't watched the video.
I heard that your suppose to grind flaxseed before you eat it for it to be beneficial is that true?
I use ground flax + chia + hemp combo and add it to my salad dressing along with ginger, braggs apple cider vinegar, fresh lemon juice, then olive oil + avocado oil (lesser amount) sea salt & lately, I've been also adding 1/2 Tbs ground psyllium husk... it has really helped my gut issues (so far, but it's too soon to know for sure). . . I think that I'm going to try using Tom's suggestion for a probiotic with the "Seed Line". . . I've had very severe gut issues I'm convinced that it is Crohn's... but it has somehow evaded a diagnosis, very frustrating... I'm seeing on the Crohn's support FB page that there are many others that have horrible gut issues spanning years, like me, without a diagnosis despite seeing many doctors for their condition... I'm on a quest to "get well", and if I find success I'm going to tell the others!
I'd like to know more.
Cooked? Ground?
Every day?
Quantities?
15 minute video and he didn't even cover that? I guess as the title states.... don't waste your time
Only thing I saw was 36g of chia in that one study
@@jakehayes1345 , the wording of "Don't waste your time, " in the video title is confusing, since he does say that both chis and flax are beneficial.
@@marygrott8095 Thanks a lot for letting me know his advice. Good to know...
I just want to know what would help my health.. i.e. what's actionable.
Flax has to be ground for your body to absorb it (if not it'll pass right through). Upto 2 tablespoons a day is good. I personally have uncooked but I hear it's supposedly ok to cook it.
Great video. I’ve been eating this for breakfast 6 days per week for 6 months. What’s your opinion?
60g organic non gluten rolled oats
400g organic water
15g organic hemp protein
15g organic grass fed whey isolate
2g organic Maca
10g organic chia seeds
3g organic Cacao
15 organic flax seed
25g organic blueberries
25g organic raspberries or Kiwi
0.5g organic cinnamon
10g organic walnuts or Brazil nuts
0.5g organic turmeric
0.5g organic ginger
Organic black pepper
I'd recommend you use an organic spoon too
Oatmeal with cinnamon, flax, banana, blueberries, and 3-4 pasture-raised eggs. That's my opinion. With black coffee.
@Philip C
switch from rolled oats to steel cut oats. or even whole oat groats. they're lower Glycemic Index compared to rolled oats. make a big pot Sunday night while watching tv, and scoop out what you want every morning--just reheat. no need to make oatmeal every morning!
is your flax seed ground or whole seed? hopefully ground. whole flax seeds are basically only good for constipation or crunchiness, as they'll pass right thru you. Ground flax (flax meal) has the nutritional benefits described in the video.
cacao should be non-alkaline.
i do something similar, except for your hemp protein powder i may use hemp seeds. i use hemp or other vegan protein powders only in my after-workout drinks. the protein boost is for the muscle recovery needed within an hour of strength training. On non-workout days i don't supplement with protein powders, as there's plenty of protein in one's daily diet.
as one who has been eating a 95% vegan diet for >14 years, i use vegan protein powders (hemp, pea, etc, and without artificial sweeteners) and avoid whey.
pomegranate kernels are another good 'berry' (fresh or bag of frozen), as are blackberries. (blackberries and raspberries are super easy to grow: plant once and they propagate every year. pick your own every summer and save a lot of money. at the height of the season i may pick over 2 quarts a day, and freeze the excess, lasts for weeks.)
i use cayenne pepper instead of black pepper, as it lowers blood glucose. Also for blood glucose i use powdered fenugreek, amla and karela (bitter melon) powders, found at Indian markets, where you can also find fresh bitter melons and different forms of amla (Indian Gooseberry fruit) (fresh, frozen). i may add stevia powder to sweeten, especially if i don't use cacao. i may also add garlic & onion powders. walnuts i eat separately at another time. i don't use maca. may add moringa.
for my pre-workout drink, i mix myvega.com/products/vega-sport-sugar-free-energizer-1 with beet powder and a powdered vitamin C (Na or Ca Ascorbate) in 16 ounces water.
Could be the perfect anti-inflammatory breakfast if you avoided the whey isolate
@@percio6802 im fkn dead lmao
Also flaxseed increases estrogen, everything we eat must be balanced, do not eat too often for long periods
Chia seeds are high in lectins, these hide in seeds, grains, leaves, bark, and shells. Chia seeds, in particular, are therefore considered to contain lectins. Although humans do not digest lectins, the sticky proteins can sneak into the bloodstream through their intestines.
Can you dive into the type of flax seed and benefits? Raw, ripe, roasted, etc.
If you don't grind the seeds, flax will flow right through you, allowing you you not to absorb any benefits. Always grind them first.
Seriously, in other videos this guy says not to eat flax.
Yeah, but he (cherry) picked studies this time defending his flip-flop!
BTW, both flax and chia are bs
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Thanks for explaining the estrogen receptors getting blocked to prevent estrogen's affect. That's the only reason I just switched from flax to chia. Now I can use my flax again to receive it's benefits. P.S. I grind my whole flax seeds. As well, I just learned that chia seeds are inflammatory due to a lectin chia seeds contain.
Thomas, did you point out that Flax becomes Toxic So Quickly that you need to store Flax Whole Seed Unground in the Fridge and only bring out What you will Be Consuming Each time you do and Then Grind in a designated grinder to not contaminate youre flax and get it fresh Non-Toxic every time. And brush out or clean out your grinder after each use. Of course that means to not Buy any foods containing previously ground Flax. It will be Toxic.
Great video and your content is excellent. Thank you. Can you comment on how best to access the benefits of both flax and chia? Flax benefits are not readily accessible without grinding them up etc and similarly, chia without soaking (although easier). Flax seeds pass without change unless ground up so the soluble benefit is not not as accessed. They do also become oxidized if the powder is not used timely. Your insight will be interesting
Ground Flax should be kept in your Freezer so they don't become rancid.
Is it true that eating flax lower testostérone in men?
In short: which is better? Which one should be consumed?
Chia or Flax ?
Thanks.
both
Just bought some Flaxseeds. Glad to learn that it helps with inflammation.
I like to add slippery elm to my flax and chia. Occasionally I will also add organic rolled oats, pecans, dried fruit, Allulose, potato starch (resistant starch). My gut microbiome rewards me with plenty of SCFA and healthy bowels. Thanks gut bugs for your service. :).
What is SCFA? Thx
Slippery elm help me so much after a bout of diverticulitis
@@Z8terfix Short chain fatty acids
Flax also has phytoestrogens which can be an issue related to estrogen dominance which for me makes Chia a better choice for me. Just a thought.
Thought so
I choose Chia. Both my Mother and Grandmother had Estrogen Dominant Breast cancer and Flax is too risky for me personally. Since Flax has Phytoestrogens, I choose Chia.
I think you should look up phytoestrogen. It’s the opposite of what your saying.
@@alissasteffensvocalcoach342 please watch from 13:33 . Flax effectively decreases Oestrogen; the compounds in flax that have an oestrogen-like structure bind to the bodies oestrogen receptors, so they are no longer available to bind with the bodies real oestrogen, the receptors don’t respond to the fake plant oestrogen, so the bodies potential oestrogen response is reduced. Hence reducing the likely occurrence of any ailment triggered by oestrogen.
Flax is a weak estrogen and doesn’t disrupt the estrogen levels, it keeps them down if anything, this works the same way with soy which has a weak estrogen. The industry had us fool about this for a long time.