Flax vs Chia

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18 Feb 2023

Flax and chia are popular among Whole Food Plant-Based doctors because they have more Omega-6's than Omega-3's. Dr Esselstyn recommenda flax & chia for EFA (Essential Fatty Acid) requirements. Mastering Diabetes program also recommends flax and chia for EFA requirements.

Which one is better: flax or chia? Dr Greger explains that both seeds are wonderful. However, he prefers flax over chia seeds due to the lignan content of flax which is believed to explain its anticancer efffects. And he has videos explaining that both should be ground for maximum benefits.

Articles by Dr Greger:

(2020) Chia Seeds vs. Flaxseeds: What Are the Differences and Benefits?

Videos by Dr Greger:

(2017) Which Are Better: Chia Seeds or Flax Seeds?

(3 mins) Transcript. Dr Greger's summary: "What effect do chia seeds have on weight loss, blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure, and inflammation?" Excerpt from the video:

"The primary reason I prefer flax seeds over chia seeds, though, is their lignan content, averaging about 15 times more than other seeds, including sesame and chia seeds — thought to explain the anticancer effects of flax seeds, for both prevention and survival."

(2010) Flax Seeds vs Chia Seeds

(1 min) Transcript. Dr Greger's summary: "Flax and chia seeds can both be considered superfoods, but which one has the edge?"

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