What is it about?
This study were to investigate the proximate composition of flax seed; physiochemical properties and antioxidant activity of flax seed
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Why is it important?
Flax seed is an important source of fiber and protein, 30% and 20%, respectively and is rich in phenolic compounds, responsible for its antioxidant activities. Flax seed has been the focus of increased interest in the field of diet and disease research due to the potential health benefits associated with some of its biologically active components: oil containing approximately 59% of α-linolenic acid (18:3; ω3). The seed oil of flax is notable for its high level of linolenic acid, generally around 45% to 65%, which gives it a high drying quality, making it useful for industrial purposes.
Perspectives
Flax seed and flax seed oil had good potential for human consumption and also can be used for industrial application.
Dr. Omer Adam Omer Ishag
International University of Africa
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This page is a summary of: Proximate Composition, Physicochemical Properties and Antioxidant Activity of Flaxseed, Annual Research & Review in Biology, January 2020, Sciencedomain International,
DOI: 10.9734/arrb/2019/v34i230148.
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