Flaxseed Fiber May Reduce Appetite

Flaxseed fiber, consumed as a supplement or drink, may reduce appetite, according to a recent study. Flaxseed and its derivative flaxseed oil/linseed oil are rich sources of the essential fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid, which is a biologic precursor to omega-3 fatty acids such as eicosapentaenoic acid. Although omega-3 fatty acids have been associated with improved cardiovascular outcomes, evidence from human trials is mixed