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Ground Flaxseed Solves Constipation Problem

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Q. I have been having constipation problems for over a year. I tried everything, from increasing my activity level to adding more fiber to my diet. I took soluble fiber supplements and Chinese herbal medicine. Nothing really worked.

Then I finally tried flaxseed. I bought ground flaxseed before and it did not work. This time I use whole flaxseed and grind them right before taking 2 tablespoons every day with yogurt.
It works like magic. I am no longer suffering constipation.

A. Ground flaxseed goes rancid quickly, so it makes sense to grind it just before consuming it. Flaxseed is also found in Uncle Sam cereal.

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What do you use to grind the whole flaxseed?

Use a coffee/spice grinder (electric) found at most dept stores, Wal-Mart, etc.

Costco sells cold milled golden ground flaxseed... no need to refrigerate and won't go rancid for a year. Great value!

Wal-mart also sells the cold-milled golden ground flaxseed. Works like a charm.

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