Effects of Flaxseed on the Glucose Profile in Native American Postmenopausal Women

Diabetes is markedly affecting minority ethnic population particularly Native American postmenopausal women. A small number of studies documented that phytoestrogens play a favorable role in controlling hyperglycemia and reduce the risk of menopause induced diabetes. Our study examined the effects of intake of flaxseed on the glucose status of Native American postmenopausal women. Fifty five Native American postmenopausal women aged 47-63 years who were not on hormone replacement therapy and had boarder line hyperglycemia (>110 and