16) Flaxseed
It is rich in omega 3 fatty acids and soluble fibers. Flaxseed is used for hundreds of years in Mediterranean countries and is well known for its health benefits. In recent years flaxseed has been studied to know exactly how it affects our bodies. A study from Iowa state university’s nutrition and wellness research finds that eating almost three tablespoons of flaxseed per day may reduce total cholesterol levels by nearly 10% in men, not in women, this inspired more research to know why only men can benefit from flaxseed. One of its non-favorable side effects of eating too much flaxseed is diarrhea.
