How to Use Flaxseed Oil for Weight Loss

Everybody seems to have a secret for losing weight. The truth is, in order to achieve and maintain a significant weight loss, you need to burn more calories than you consume. Flaxseed products may be able to help you. The oil is a powerful antioxidant that can help boost your metabolism. Whole or ground flaxseed provides you with dietary fiber that makes you feel fuller and omega-3 fatty acids that can possibly curb cravings for sweets.

Things You'll Need

• Flaxseed oil
• Low-calorie juice
• Olive oil
• Lemon juice
• Ground flaxseed
• Organic eggs from flax-fed chickens

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Instructions

• 1

  Start your journey to weight loss by making smart decisions about the foods you eat. Bake or broil lean meats instead of frying them. Eat a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables and whole grains. Adding flaxseed to an already healthy diet will aid weight loss much more than simply using flaxseed and maintaining poor habits.

• 2

  Add 1 to 2 tbsp. of flaxseed oil to a large glass of water and mix well. If you do not care for the nutty flavor of the oil, use low-calorie juice instead of water. Drink one glass of the mixture every day to benefit from the high levels of omega-3 fatty acids.

• 3

  Drizzle a flaxseed oil dressing over your green salad. Use equal parts of olive and flaxseed oils, and add some lemon juice. The omega-3 in the dressing is a "good" fat and may reduce your body's craving for sweets and fatty foods.

• 4

  Use ground flaxseed in your foods to add more fiber to your diet. Fiber makes us feel full on less food, so you may be less likely to overeat.

• 5

  Find a store or farm stand that sells organic eggs laid by flax-fed chickens. Their eggs tend to have more omega-3 in them than regular eggs and provide you with protein. It is important when you are trying to lose weight to keep your strength up with a protein-rich diet.