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Flax Seed Oil is also known as
Linseed Oil. Flax Seed is a blue flowering plant that is grown on the Western
Canadian Prairies for its oil rich seeds. Flax Seed Oil is highly recommended
for the general well being, whole body nutrition and helps in restoring body's
natural balance of good and bad prostaglandins. Flax Seed Oil is considered to
be nature's richest source of omega-3 fatty acids that are required for the
health of almost all body systems. Flax Seed Oil contains omega-6 and omega-9
essential fatty acids, B vitamins, potassium, lecithin, magnesium, fiber,
protein, and zinc.
Flax Seed Oil is an herbal medicine taken by mouth for constipation (difficulty having a bowel movement), irritable bowel, inflammation (swelling and soreness) of the colon, stomach inflammation, and for bowels damaged by the frequent use of laxatives.
Flax Seed Oil may be placed on the skin to treat redness and pain. Animal experiments suggest an ability to reduce cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Some researchers think that lignans in the seeds may have cancer-fighting effects.
Flax seeds are the richest source of lignans. Diets high in lignans can lead to a lower chance of getting colon, prostate, and breast cancer. Flax is 100 times richer in lignan than most whole grains. Omega-3 fatty acids help lower cholesterol and blood triglycerides, and prevent clots in arteries, which may result in strokes, heart attacks and thromboses.
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Flax Seed Oil helps protect the body against high blood pressure, inflammation, water retention, sticky platelets and lowered immune function.
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It shortens recovery time for fatigued muscles after exertion and increases the body's production of energy and stamina.
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Flax seed oil accelerates the healing of sprains and bruises.
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Flax Seed Oil eases weight loss in people afflicted with obesity. Stimulates brown fat cells and increases the metabolic rate making it easier to burn off fat.
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Flax Seed Oil improves the absorption of Calcium, strengthening of fingers and toenails as well as an improved eyesight and perception of colors.
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Flax Seed Oil can relieve some cases of asthma and alleviate some allergies.
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Flax seed oil is helpful in the treatment of Eczema, Psoriasis, and Dandruff.
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Flax Seed Oil can relieve the symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis and Diabetes Mellitus.
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Flax Seed Oil helps in the prevention of Atherosclerosis and in the treatment of Multiple Sclerosis.
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Flax Seed Oil helps in improving the behavior of Schizophrenics and in some cases the depression patients.
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Flax Seed Oil can provide relief in some cases of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) in females.
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Flax Seed Oil also helps in a better liver function.
The flax plant, an ancient crop, yields the fiber from which linen is woven, as well as seeds and oil.
Flax Seed Oil also comes in an edible form, sold mostly at health-food stores. Like olive, canola, and most other plant oils, it is highly unsaturated and heart-healthy. And flaxseeds have yet another very interesting component lingams which may have anti-cancer properties.
Add ground
flax seeds into a fruit smoothie. Sprinkle ground flaxseeds on cereal and salads. Stir ground flaxseeds into yogurt. Sprinkle ground flax seeds on top of frozen yogurt or other desserts. Flax has a pleasant, 'nutty' flavor. Try making flax bread (see recipe below). Add ground flax seeds to a cup of fresh or frozen fruit; enjoy this as a snack. Sprinkle ground flax seeds into soups and stews (stir in flaxseeds after cooking is done). Try using flax seeds when you make baked goods. Check out the Flax Bread recipe to get started. |
