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Flax seed contains ample amounts of beneficial fatty acids and numerous studies have shown that we can decrease the risk of heart disease by sticking to a diet containing the right proportions of fatty acids. Enjoying the benefit of flax seed oil is very easy, since this versatile seed and its oil can be integrated in our every day diets without much ado. Why not start you day with a delicious flax seed smoothie? Start by grinding 4 teaspoons of flax seed in a coffee grinder. By grinding the seeds, you make it possible for your body to absorb the flax seed oil hidden inside. Remove the skin from a 2 kiwi fruits and skin and quarter 2 pears. Put grounded flax seeds, 1 cup of yoghurt, 1 cup of frozen berries, and 1 teaspoon of honey in a blender and mix. Add the kiwi and the pears and mix until desired smoothness. This mouth-watering recipe is not only rich in beneficial fatty acids; it will also give you plenty of vitamins and antioxidants that are known to have a beneficial effect on our health. You can vary this recipe endlessly from season to season. Why not substitute some of the fruit in the original recipe for papaya, nectarine, plums, or strawberries? Don’t be afraid to experiment until you find the ideal combination for you.