When I started on the elimination diet all seeds, nuts and extra fibers were removed from my breads, cakes.....out of everything really.
Now that I am in the "adding" and try-out phase one of the ingrediënts I really wanted to give a go is flaxseed.
Flaxseed has not been officially tested by Monash but the general opinion is that it is tolerated well in small doses.
Flaxseed is high in:
(Of course having a sensitive tummy will need to make you more careful about adding products like this to your diet so proceed with care!)
There are 2 ways to use flaxseed, whole or ground.
The whole flaxseed is not only very tasty but is also well known for its digestive health benfits.
Because it cannot be digested it will pass through your system mostly undigested which means your body doesn't get all the healthful components.
I use both in my breads, I like the nutty flavor and the bit of "bite"it adds to the bread but I also want the vitamins and the minerals. Kind of like the best of both world.
Of course I do know my limits and I will usually ad 1/2 cup of flaxseed, in either form, to flour for 1 bread.
We've had a few cold and rainy days and I got into my hibernation mode.
When that happens I bake bread.....don't know why but I bake bread.... not one but two...or more...luckily we have a freezer!
I started with a basic flour mix I like to use;
For 2 breads
500 grams flour (in my case very often buckwheat flour)
1 tsp xanthan gum, psyllium husk, baking powder (if not baking gluten free you can leave out the first two)
200cc oil (preferably vegetable oil)
6 eggs or egg replacement
1/2 cup ground flaxseed
1/2 cup whole flaxseed
Mix the dry ingredients first, then mix the eggs add to the oil then mix into the flour mix.
Ok with the basics done now we get creative....
Now that I am in the "adding" and try-out phase one of the ingrediënts I really wanted to give a go is flaxseed.
Flaxseed has not been officially tested by Monash but the general opinion is that it is tolerated well in small doses.
Flaxseed is high in:
- Vitamins and minerals, including most of the B vitamins, magnesium, and manganese
- Fiber, both soluble and insoluble
- Phytochemicals, including many powerful antioxidants such as lignans. In fact, because it’s a plant, flaxseed is one of the best sources of lignans around, Metsovas says.
- Omega-3 fatty acids, key to fighting inflammation. Flaxseed is a mega-source of the plant version of omega-3 called alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). Flaxseed oil is about 50 percent ALA — five times more than walnut oil or canola oil, which are the next highest sources of ALA.
(Of course having a sensitive tummy will need to make you more careful about adding products like this to your diet so proceed with care!)
There are 2 ways to use flaxseed, whole or ground.
The whole flaxseed is not only very tasty but is also well known for its digestive health benfits.
Because it cannot be digested it will pass through your system mostly undigested which means your body doesn't get all the healthful components.
I use both in my breads, I like the nutty flavor and the bit of "bite"it adds to the bread but I also want the vitamins and the minerals. Kind of like the best of both world.
Of course I do know my limits and I will usually ad 1/2 cup of flaxseed, in either form, to flour for 1 bread.
We've had a few cold and rainy days and I got into my hibernation mode.
When that happens I bake bread.....don't know why but I bake bread.... not one but two...or more...luckily we have a freezer!
I started with a basic flour mix I like to use;
For 2 breads
500 grams flour (in my case very often buckwheat flour)
1 tsp xanthan gum, psyllium husk, baking powder (if not baking gluten free you can leave out the first two)
200cc oil (preferably vegetable oil)
6 eggs or egg replacement
1/2 cup ground flaxseed
1/2 cup whole flaxseed
Mix the dry ingredients first, then mix the eggs add to the oil then mix into the flour mix.
Ok with the basics done now we get creative....
Savoury flaxseed bread
Using halve the flour mix, then add:
Use a bread baking pan and butter it, then add the mixture.
Sprinkle some grated cheese on the top and bake in a pre heated oven on 170 degrees celsius for 45minutes.
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ras al hanout
- 2/3 eggplant in small pieces
- 8 olives or 1 tbsp olive puree
- 4 big sundried tomatoes in small pieces (blender)
- 100 gr. grated strong cheese
Use a bread baking pan and butter it, then add the mixture.
Sprinkle some grated cheese on the top and bake in a pre heated oven on 170 degrees celsius for 45minutes.
flaxbread with a sweet twist
Using the second halve of the flour the add:
- 3 bananas mashed
- 1 cup peanut pieces
- 1 tsp chili sauce
- 2 tbsp rum
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Mix all ingredients together
- Bake in a buttered bread baking pan for 45 minutes in a pre heated oven on 170 degrees celsius
Enjoy trying out flaxseed in your diet but do remember:
Flaxseed Isn't a Magic Bullet
It's tempting to think of flaxseed as a super food because of its many potential health benefits. But keep in mind there is no magic food or nutrient that guarantees improved health.
What matters is consistently making great dietary choices as part of an overall healthy lifestyle.
Source:http://www.webmd.com/diet/benefits-of-flaxseed?page=3
Eat Clean!
Flaxseed Isn't a Magic Bullet
It's tempting to think of flaxseed as a super food because of its many potential health benefits. But keep in mind there is no magic food or nutrient that guarantees improved health.
What matters is consistently making great dietary choices as part of an overall healthy lifestyle.
Source:http://www.webmd.com/diet/benefits-of-flaxseed?page=3
Eat Clean!