
According to WHO, changing lifestyles and dietary habits have contributed to the increased risk of the development of various health issues such as coronary heart disease, diabetes, and obesity among others. The role of functional food has thus become important. There is increasing cost of healthcare, increase in life expectancy, and the desire to live a healthy life. Flax, also known as linseed, is a crop grown for fiber and seeds, and is grown in the colder regions of the world. Flaxseed is used as a source of oil, as a demulcent and emollient, and is popularly used as a dietary supplement.