The menisci - the medial meniscus and lateral meniscus - are crescent-shaped bands of thick, rubbery cartilage attached to the shinbone (tibia). They act as shock absorbers and stabilize the knee. The medial meniscus is on the inner side of the knee joint. The lateral meniscus is on the outside of the knee. Meniscus tears can vary widely in size and severity. A meniscus can be split in half, ripped around its circumference in the shape of a C or left hanging by a thread to the knee joint.
Health benefits of Flax seed. As in other oil seeds, flax too is one of the very high-calorie dense foods. 100 g of seeds carry 534 calories or 27% of daily-required levels.lax seed is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids like oleic acid. It is also one of the top plant sources of omega-3 essential fatty acids such as linoleic acid, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and arachidonic acids.
General: Flaxseed oil is most often used in a liquid form, which contains approximately 7 grams of ALA and approximately 130 calories per 15 milliliters or 1 tablespoon. Flaxseed oil is available in a capsule form, which often contains 500 milligrams of ALA per 1,000 milligrams capsule (10 calories).Whole or bruised (not ground) flaxseed may be mixed with water or juice and ingested.laxseed oil is available in a capsule form, which often contains 500 milligrams of ALA per 1,000 milligrams capsule (10 calories). Whole or bruised (not ground) flaxseed may be mixed with water or juice and ingested.