Flax milk is a lesser-known version of vegetable "milk". Today, herbal drinks are very common, which more and more people use instead of cow's milk.
As in the case of other types of herbal drinks, the preparation process is relatively simple, but the cost of home preparation will be significantly lower. Flaxseed milk is definitely special because it contains higher than average amounts of omega-3 fatty acids, which are extremely important for good health.
Instructions for preparing a delicious and healthy drink from flax seeds.
You will need only two main ingredients, namely flax seeds and water. In a kitchen blender, first mix 3 cups of water and a cup of flax seeds (if you want to make more milk from flax seeds, you can adjust the amount of ingredients accordingly). After a few minutes of mixing (you can interrupt), turn off the kitchen blender and wait about 10 minutes.
Then filter the mixture through thick cheesecloth. Squeeze out the pulp that remains on top of the cheesecloth to squeeze out as much liquid as possible. You can save the remaining pulp for later use. You can use it in baking or as an additive to cereal. Store flax milk in the refrigerator, where it can be stored for about 5 days.
The drink has a pleasant, slightly nutty taste, which can be improved with the help of various additives. For example, the combination of flax milk and vanilla extract is very tasty, and you can also add ingredients such as cinnamon and cocoa powder to the drink. With these additives, you can cause a slightly sweet aftertaste without using sugar, which would significantly increase the calorie content of the drink (if desired, you can also use classic sugar substitutes such as stevia or erythritol).
Omega-3 fatty acids are especially important for the cardiovascular system and brain. Although the composition of various types of herbal drinks used as a substitute for milk is basically very similar, certain types have certain peculiarities. The biggest feature of flax milk is the content of omega-3 fatty acids, or more precisely, alpha-linolenic acid (ALK). This is a form that can be converted in our body into eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHK).
Omega-3 fatty acids are important for preventing cardiovascular diseases. They are also indispensable for protecting our brain from various neurodegenerative diseases and as an aid in reducing the risk of depression and other mood disorders. The positive effects of omega-3 fatty acids are mainly associated with their anti-inflammatory effect. It is known that chronic inflammation is behind many health problems.
Although flaxseed milk may not meet all of your body's omega-3 fatty acid needs, it can be a valuable addition to your diet. Like other herbal drinks, flaxseed milk does not contain cholesterol, which is an additional benefit for the heart and blood vessels. More products for the heart and blood vessels can be found on the website of the online store Phytomarket.