Key Takeaways

Flaxseeds may help lower high blood pressure due to their easily absorbed omega-3s, fiber, and anti-inflammatory plant compounds.

Ground flaxseeds make it easier for your body to absorb all these nutrients and compounds.

Consuming 2 to 3 tablespoons of flaxseed daily could support heart health.

If you’ve been diagnosed with high blood pressure, adding some flaxseed to your grocery cart could be helpful. More importantly, ground flaxseeds may offer the most blood-pressure-lowering benefits.

How Flaxseeds May Help Lower Blood Pressure

1. They Have Omega-3s That Fight Inflammation

Flaxseeds contain a type of omega-3 fatty acid called alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which may help protect heart function. The anti-inflammatory properties in omega-3s can also benefit overall

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