Specifications
flax lignan 20%Flax is rich in lignans
FAT CONTENT,%
less than 2.0
flax lignan 20%
Flax is rich in lignans, compounds that are increasingly being studied for their potential benefits to both men's and women's health. Flax lignans are being hailed as one of the emerging new health ingredients. As more and more research is being completed, the scientific community continues to uncover new and exciting news about lignans.
Flax lignans are phytonutrients found in unrefined grains, legumes, certain vegetables and seeds. Flax is the richest source of lignans, providing 75 - 800 times more lignans than most other plant sources. Lignans have numerous biological properties. They are phytoestrogens, or naturally occurring plant estrogens, that can have a balancing effect on hormones. Lignans also exhibit strong antioxidant activities.
Research suggests lignans may benefit consumers in the following areas: Prostate health , Bone health , Breast health , Reducing symptoms of menopause , Heart health , Hair loss Acne , Inflammation , Potential anticancer role.
PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL | SPECIFICATIONS |
APPEARANCE | A free-flowing light yellow or brown powder |
LIGNAN(AS SDG AFTER HYDROLYSIS),% | ≥20.0 |
PARTICLE SIZE(MESH) | 95% through 60 mesh |
LOSS ON DRYING,% | ≤5.0 |
TOTAL ASH,% | ≤5.0. |
FAT CONTENT,% | ≤2.0 |
BULK DENSITY, g/ml | 0.40-0.60 |
