04/29/2026
I rinse these and soak them and the following seeds: Sesame, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds overnight. Cover well with water and the next day I take a stick blender and grind about 1/2 the bowl and then smooth out to a thin layer on organic parchment paper. I make about 5 trays at a time and place these in my X-Caliber dehydrator for 3 days at 104F. Take a pizza cutter and makes little squares with that and get trays with prepared parchment paper and spread spread out on the paper. Wow... These are amazing. I put them in an airtight can lined with the parchment paper and we love them. :)
Flaxseed is a natural source of dietary fiber and healthy fats.
It has become a popular “health food” due to what research has found in various disease states, including heart disease, digestive conditions, and cancer.
In today’s post, we’ll talk about flaxseed and the evidence behind its anticancer effects.
Keep reading for more information about flaxseed, how to take it, and how this functional food may help in your fight against cancer.
Flaxseed, also known as linseed, comes from the flax plant, Linum usitatissimum, and is commonly found in foods such as bread and oatmeal.
These nutty-tasting seeds can be eaten whole or ground, or they can be cold-pressed to produce flaxseed oil.
Powders, tablets, and other ready-to-use forms are also available as dietary supplements.
Flaxseed consumption may reduce the risk of numerous cancers such as breast, prostate, colon, and hormone-related cancers.
A growing number of research studies show that flaxseed can kill certain types of cancer cells.
Flaxseed contains several bioactive components, including lignans and peptides called linusorbs.
Additionally, flaxseed is a source of alpha-linolenic acid and omega-3 fatty acids.
Linusorbs have been shown to inhibit or block cancer cells from absorbing the essential nutrients they need to live, thus causing cellular death.
Flaxseed linusorbs have also been shown to kill cancerous cells in human lung epithelial carcinoma, a type of lung cancer.
Both human and animal models have shown that flaxseed benefits colorectal cancer, showing a decrease in cancerous neoplasms in the colon.
These studies have also demonstrated flaxseed’s potential to aid in the regulation of cell growth and development.
Research shows that flaxseed is generally safe and may be beneficial in people with breast cancer.
Consuming flaxseed may reduce the proliferation and nuclear transformation of cells within the breast tissue, specifically the mammary glands.
Preliminary studies in animals and human cells have shown promising results.
One study found that flaxseed may reduce the risk of growth of breast cancer when used in rats.
Daily feedings that contained 5 to 10% of flaxseed were associated with suppressed growth of estrogen-receptor positive and negative (ER+ and ER-) breast cancer cells in mice.
More data is needed to confirm the benefits of flaxseed in breast cancer in humans.
Also, since some evidence shows that flaxseed has estrogen-like effects, people with estrogen receptor positive (ER+) breast cancer should check with their physician before using it as a supplement.
Flaxseed is available in many different forms: whole, ground, oils.
Many clinicians recommend ground flaxseed because it is easier for the stomach to digest.
In a study looking at flaxseed in people with diabetes, ground flaxseed was the most effective form of flaxseed.
These results suggest that ground flaxseed is readily digestible and quickly utilized in the body.
Most people do not experience side effects from occasionally eating flaxseed as part of their diet.
Possible side effects of flaxseed supplementation may include diarrhea, constipation, bloating, flatulence, and nausea.
Taking flaxseed in moderation shouldn’t carry risks.
It isn’t clear whether flaxseed supplementation is safe for those who are pregnancy or breastfeeding.
A typical serving size of flaxseed is two tablespoons (about 30 grams).
You can sprinkle the ground seed on salads, oatmeal, yogurt, smoothie bowls, peanut butter, or other sandwich spreads.
When you’re fighting cancer, it’s essential to support your entire body and overall health.
Flaxseed plays a beneficial role in cardiovascular health, diabetes, menopause, and skin health.
Flaxseed oil also has specific demonstrated health benefits such as reducing inflammation, preventing constipation and improves digestion, and maintaining healthy skin.
Ultimately, when using an “Aggressive Integrative Approach” to cancer, the goal is to design a plan and lifestyle that fights your cancer from every direction.
This approach includes integrating anticancer dietary supplements in a way that complements your oncology treatment plan.
If you want to read the full article:
https://anticancer360.com/what-to-know-about-flaxseed-and-cancer-benefits-and-risks/
For a broader understanding of our overall approach, please watch our webinar here:
👉 https://anticancer360.com/webinar/
At the end of the webinar, you’ll have the option to book a free assessment call with someone from our team to discuss your case in more detail and ask any questions you may have.
