Flax Seed Oil

Flaxseed Oil Benefits and Chemical Composition

Flaxseed oil is high in dietary fibre, lignans, trace minerals and omega-3 fatty acids. It is also rich in vitamins A and E, plus B group vitamins, potassium, lecithin, magnesium, phosphorus, protein and zinc. Research has shown that flax seeds can lower blood cholesterol levels and stabilize blood sugar levels. It can also help to prevent some chronic diseases including certain types of cancer, heart disease, arrhythmias, and arthritis. Regular consumption of flaxseed oil can reduce the risk of a stroke and lower bad cholesterol in the blood.

Flaxseed Oil for Cancer Prevention

Flaxseed oil may help to prevent the growth of breast tumors and is used to help protect against breast and colon cancer.

Flaxseed Oil – A Source of Omega Fatty Acids

Flaxseed oil contains omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, which help reduce inflammation, and omega-6, which the human body is unable to synthesise. Flax seed oil has twice as much omega-3 than other foods, and is rich in essential fatty acids such as alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which is converted in the body to eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) found in fish oil.

Flaxseed Oil for Obesity

With regular consumption of flaxseed oil, weight loss is more pronounced. This is predominantly due to the fact that this product helps to normalize fat metabolism and cleanse the body, in addition to help regulate the appetite. After two months of regular intake of flaxseed oil, the extra pounds will begin to disappear faster than before.

Flaxseed Oil Benefits for the Body

Beauticians recommend flaxseed oil for enlarged skin pores, increased oily skin and skin with a tendency of inflammation. This oil normalizes the sebaceous glands and evens the complexion. Routinely rubbing the oil on the nail plate and cuticle will reduce dry skin and help to avoid cracking and brittle nails. The regular consumption of flaxseed oil improves insulin perception in diabetes, reduces the severity of inflammation in joint diseases, lowers cholesterol and blood viscosity, maintains normal blood pressure, increases vascular elasticity, and reduces the risk of blood clots, which ultimately prevents the development of myocardial infarction, atherosclerosis, hypertension, coronary heart disease, and a stroke. Additionally, it helps to maintain the health of the nervous system, fights oxidative stress in the body, has a protective effect on the liver, and improves the functioning of the intestinal tract, thus eliminating heartburn and constipation.

How to use:

Internal use – 2-3 tsp per day is enough
External use – apply to cleansed skin