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Daily consumption of 40g ground flaxseed significantly reduces Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] and improves insulin sensitivity (HOMA-IR) in hypercholesterolemic adults.
Incorporate 40g of ground flaxseed daily to potentially lower Lipoprotein(a) and improve insulin sensitivity. These benefits were observed at the 10-week mark, even when LDL effects had waned.
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Flaxseed reduced lipoprotein a (Lp[a]) by a net of 14% (p < 0.02), and reduced the homeostatic model assessment of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR) index by 23.7% (p < 0.03) compared to wheat at 10 weeks.
Why this rating
RCT design, clear statistical significance for secondary endpoints.
Source
Flaxseed and Cardiovascular Risk Factors: Results from a Double Blind, Randomized, Controlled Clinical Trial
LeAnne T. Bloedon et al. · Journal of the American College of Nutrition · 2008
DOI 10.1080/07315724.2008.10719676
rct · n=62Cited 258×
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