Background Researchers have suggested that omega‐3 polyunsaturated fatty acids from
oily fish (long‐chain omega‐3 (LCn3), including eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and …

Flaxseed is a rich source of the omega-3 fatty acid, alpha linolenic acid, the lignan
secoisolariciresinol diglucoside and fiber. These compounds provide bioactivity of value to …

Objective: The objective of this document is to generate a practice guideline for the
management and treatment of symptoms of the menopause. Participants: The Treatment of …

Phytoestrogens are literally estrogenic substances of plant origin. Although these
substances are useful for plants in many aspects, their estrogenic properties are essentially …

Flaxseed is emerging as an important functional food ingredient because of its rich contents
of α-linolenic acid (ALA, omega-3 fatty acid), lignans, and fiber. Flaxseed oil, fibers and flax …

Background Evidence on the health effects of total polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) is
equivocal. Fish oils are rich in omega‐3 PUFA and plant oils in omega‐6 PUFA. Evidence …

Epidemiological studies have clearly shown that whole-grain cereals can protect against
obesity, diabetes, CVD and cancers. The specific effects of food structure (increased satiety …

Importance Between 40% and 50% of women in Western countries use complementary
therapies to manage menopausal symptoms. Objective To determine the association of …

Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of mortality and morbidity worldwide.
The inclusion of functional foods and natural health products in the diet are gaining …

Epidemiological, human, animal, and cell culture studies show that n− 3 fatty acids,
especially α-linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid …