The What and Who of Dietary Lignans in Human Health: Special Focus on Prooxidant and Antioxidant Effects Research suggests lignans might help prevent cardiovascular diseases due to their antioxidant properties. Yet, most findings are preclinical, urging further trials. #Lignans #HeartHealth

Research suggests lignans might help prevent cardiovascular diseases due to their antioxidant properties. Yet, most findings are preclinical, urging further trials. #Lignans #HeartHealth #TUMS #TPM www.rimpacts.com/rd/p?c=10071... 📄DOI: doi.org/10.1016/j.ti...

Higher Intake of Specific Lignans and Whole Grains Linked to Reduced Gout Risk Higher dietary intake of certain lignans — specifically matairesinol and secoisolariciresinol — may reduce the risk for incident gout.

Higher dietary intake of certain #lignans — specifically #matairesinol and #secoisolariciresinol — was linked to a reduced risk for #gout among 2 large US-based cohorts.

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Boosting Lignan Intake in T2D May Lower Mortality Risk A diet higher in lignans, a kind of antioxidant found in whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, was associated with a reduced risk for mortality in patients with T2D, a large prospective study reports.

Higher intake of #lignans, found in foods such as #flaxseeds and whole #grains, is associated with lower all-cause and #cardiovascular mortality in people with type 2 #diabetes. I enjoy a tablespoon of ground flax meal in my morning #oatmeal or #muesli. www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...