November 20, 2009, Newsletter Issue #194: Kelp and flax for thyroid and heart health
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Kelp is a sea weed containing large amount of soluble fiber, as well as minerals, including iodine, potassium, magnesium, calcium, and iron. As a source of iodine kelp participates in producing thyroid hormones necessary for maintaining normal metabolism, but is potentially harmful to people with the specific thyroid problems when iodine is contraindicated.
Flax, a seed of the plant used for thousand years for and linen, is also a rich source of soluble fibers, but what's more important, it contains a potent antioxidant and heart protector, Omega-3 fatty acids, in high concentration. Hens fed on flax seeds lay eggs with increased Omega-3 content, you can find them as "Omega-3 eggs" in most groceries.
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