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Flaxseed and heart cholesterol

2021-05-08 02:34:25
My mother is 68 years old and have blood cholesterol.she is under medication and takes storvas 20.Have heard from some doctors that flaxseed powder is good for lowering blood cholesterol and some have said the opposite.Can you please say whether she should take flaxseed powder or is it bad for her heart health?
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Hi She can have flax seed every day 1 table spoon and can have lot of high fiber food .. make her walk for about 30mins 5times in a week.. Avoid deep fried food and processed food.

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Yes, she can take about 1/2-1 tsp daily. She can mix with Buttermilk or can add it to dals or subzis and consume. Moderation is the key.
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Answered2021-05-08 03:12:38

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Yes she can take flax seed powder one tsf once a day .

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Hi thanks for the query.. Yes she can take flaxseeds.. please connect directly to help me access her needs and guide you accordingly. Following a well planned diet can help her to come down with the cholesterol levels and then they can be maintained. Thank you!!

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