Benefits and common source of Flaxseeds

                                                    Flax seed 

Flax seed is a seed obtained from the plant LINUM USITATISSIMUM.

Flax seed oil is commonly know as Linseed oil and source of Polyunsaturated Fatty acid. It contains both Omega 3 and Omega 6 Fatty acids also have essential fatty acid which contains Alpha linolenic acid .Mammals body can converts this Alpha linolenic acid into Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) and Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
Flaxseed contains a chemical called as Lignans that is why Flax seed is the richest vegetable source of Lignans.


Available Form

Flax seed come in a variety of form :

1 Liquid form
In Liquid form it is basically available in oil form commonly know as linseed oil.

2 Whole Flax seed, crushed flax seed.

3 Capsule form as a supplementary.

Tips to Use and store  Flax seed 

Flax seed can be taken in any form but cant be heated .It should be stored at cold temperature but used at room temperature. Flax seed must kept away from heat and sunlight. During buying flax seed should be in airtight or sealed or vacuum packed.Flax seed can be used in any ways:

1 Flax seed can be grounded and use as toppings on salad.
2 Mix with Oat meal ,cereals and pulses.
3 Flax seed oil can replace butter or oil in our food.
4 Crushed Flax seed can be mixed with juices .
5 Mix with yogurt, smoothies, thick soups and shakes.

Health Benefits 

1 High in fiber :
Flax seed contain high level of mucilage gum . Mucilage increases nutrient absorption by keeping food in stomach from emptying into small intestine.It is extremely high in both soluble and insoluble fiber which is helpful in colon detoxification.

2 Healthy skin and hair:
 By applying Flax seed oil on hair and Skin it will reduce the roughness and dryness of hair and skin ,also reduces acne, eczema. Oil can be mixed with lotion for applying.

3 Weight loss

4 High in Antioxidants:
They are packed with antioxidants for anti-aging, cellular growth and Hormone balance.

5 In Digestion:
Flax seed  is used as  a Laxatives  because it contains both soluble and insoluble fiber so person suffering from constipation can be overcome.

6 Cancer:
 Intake of Flax seed may decrease the risk of cancer. Lignans can be converted by intestinal bacteria into enterolactone and enterodiol which balance hormones.

7 Menopausal Symptoms:
Flax seed is used as an alternative hormone therapy in a menopausal women because it contains Lignans which has estrogen Property.

8 Gluten Free:
 People suffering from Celiac disease are sensitive to gluten, as Flax seed are gluten free so can be used to such patients in any form.

9 Lowering cholesterol :
Flax seed contains Flavonoids which lowers the LDL (low density lipoprotein) . High LDL is linked with heart disease.

10 Rheumatoid arthritis

11 In Inflammation:
 Flax seed contains ALA which will reduce inflammation.

Benefits and Sources of Omega 3 fatty acids

                                                  Omega 3 Fatty Acid

Omega 3 fatty acid or n-3 fatty acid is a polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) .There are Three types of omega 3 fatty acids Alpha Linolenic acid (ALA),Eicosapentaenoic acid(EPA), Docosahexaenoic acid(DHA). Omega 3 Fatty acid is very important for normal metabolism . Mammals can't synthesized Omega 3 fatty acid in there body so, external  source is required through diet or in form of supplements.

Sources of Omega 3 fatty acid

Plant source                              Animal source

 Walnut                                        
 Edible seeds                                  Salmon
 Flax seed oil                                  Beef
 Soyabeans                                     Sardines
Tofu                                                Egg oil
Brussels sprout                               Fish oil
Cauliflower                                    Meat
Radish seeds sprouted                    Tuna
Broccoli
Alfalfa seeds
Beans
Hemp seeds                                


Role of omega 3 fatty acid in health benefits

There is lots of studies had been conducted on the role of omega 3 fatty acids in health benefits.Omega 3 fatty acids have been beneficial in reducing coronary heart disease, cardiovascular disease,prevent atrial fibrillation after coronary artery bypass surgery, peripheral arterial disease, Inflammation, Development disorder,attentional , behavioral ,emotional problems of children and adolescent, mental disorder, Cognitive aging, Atopic Disease,Psoriasis ,Improve macro and micro vascular function in type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, protect smokers against chronic obstructive pulmonary disease,rheumatoid arthritis, It is vitally important during pregnancy they are the critical blocks of fetal brain and retina.
Consuming Omega 3 fatty acids in diet or in supplementary form is helpful in reducing the depression and mania phase in bipolar disorder patients,decreases the severity of autoimmune disorder, lowering the blood pressure in dyslipidaemic patients,reduces the risk of pneumonia.

Planning for the Diabetic Educator for the Conversation of the Patient

How to develop the plan for diabetic educator

Patient education has changed from the traditional methods of lecture and giving the person lists of do and don't .So, now a new appreoach of COLLABORATIVE approach where the person determines what and how they would like to learn.

1 Survival skill
We need to provide information that is essential for the safety of the person in the home environment
what information does the person need :

•   Side effects of the medication
•   How to recognise when help is needed
•   Who to call for help

2 Identify resources appropriate for the individual

    Once the objectives is finalised then identify the resources. People learn in different ways so search  the persons preffered learning style like some people like to watch video, reading books, listen to other people and some want to see the expert.

3 Identify the individual barriers to learning

  It is important to recognise the barriers in learning process like limited time, disinterested person, illness, no resources available, lack of confidence,physical difficulties. So plan a possible strategies to overcome from such barriers

4 Integrated family/support person in learning

Some one says that a strong support system will result in less anxiety and better outcomes for the  person.Peer group and family members will encourage the person, person can bring family member to attend the class.

5 Develop a plan to suit the circumstances

 As a health care provider you may be teaching at the bedside in a pharmacy, in a doctor office, in  a clinic So before start the process think about the situation and topics, plan for how you will address the most common topics in a time available

6 State how your teaching plan will be shared with other care givers 

Health care team, you and person will share the plan which will save you and time. Documents the plan on the person chart whether it is in paper form or on the computer It could be formal teaching record with listed objectives for a specific condition notation on the objectives the person wanted to cover what has been done to date and the outcome of the teaching

So the conclusion is a successful approach is based on Assessment, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation.