Flaxseed Oil

Fact:

The oil of the flax plant is one of nature’s richest plant sources of the Omega 3 essential fatty acid, alpha linolenic acid (ALA) plus valuable linoleic fatty acid. Flax seed oil also contains lignans that contain powerful properties. These little seeds improve digestion, help stabilize blood glucose levels, fight tumor formation, and enhance cardiovascular health.

The Components of Flaxseed Oil

Protein: There’s about 25g of protein for every 100g of flax seeds. The protein in flax seeds is easily digested and contains a complete amino acid profile that your body needs.

Lignans: Lignans have anti-cancer, anti-viral, and anti-bacterial properties, and Flax seed has 75 to 800 percent more lignans than other vegetables and grains.

Essential Fatty Acids: Flax seed oil is a rich source of 3 essential fatty acids: alpha linolenic acid, omega 3 essential fatty acid, and omega 6 essential fatty acid.

Research has shown that majority of diets are deficient in Omega 3 essential fatty acids. This can lead to a variety of serious health problems including:

Coronary Heart Disease - Flaxseed oil helps reduce cholesterol levels, blood pressure, plaque formation, and helps strengthen the heart.

Arthritis - Studies have found that flaxseed oil can help reduce pain and inflammation causing less of a need for prescription drugs.

Cancer - Omega 3 oils (such as those in flaxseed oil) have been found to kill cancer cells without harming normal cells.

Skin Problems - Acne, eczema, psoriasis, and other skin disorders have been shown to be related to Omega 3 deficiency.

Flaxseed Oil and Blood Pressure:

In a 12-week long study of 59 men with high blood pressure, those taking 8 grams of flaxseed oil per day saw significant reductions in blood pressure compared to men who took safflower oil.

Flaxseed Oil and The Prostate:

 A study of 25 men with prostate cancer found that a low-fat diet along with ground flaxseed reduced serum testosterone, slowed the growth rate of cancer cells, and increased the death rate of cancer cells.

A small study of 15 men found that a low-fat diet along with flaxseed lowered their blood prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels and slowed the growth of benign prostate cells, suggesting that it might be useful in reducing risk of prostate cancer.

Flaxseed Oil and Dry Eyes:

 One study compared oral flaxseed oil capsules (3,000 mg daily or three capsules a day) with the antibiotic doxycycline (100 mg twice a day) for the treatment of dry eye in patients who had undergone LASIK eye surgery. Eighty-one patients (152 eyes) were treated with either 3,000 mg. daily of flaxseed oil or 100 mg twice daily of doxycycline for seven days before and after LASIK surgery. Study results indicated that flaxseed oil was just as effective as doxycycline in preventing dry eye after LASIK. An added benefit is that flaxseed oil has fewer side effects than doxycycline, making it a great alternative.

Flaxseed Oil and Digestion

Flax seeds contain 12% mucilage, which makes it a gentle, natural laxative. Flax seeds are perfect for individuals who have a sensitive stomach. Flax seed oil acts as a buffer for excess stomach acids and soothes ulcers and irritable bowel disorders. It also helps lubricate the digestive tract, absorbs toxins, and helps prevent toxic buildup in the bowl.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to prevent, diagnose, treat, or cure any disease.

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