Flax seed oil
Flax seed oil
Flax seed oil is extracted from the seeds of the flax plant.
Flax seed oil and flax seed contain substances that promote good
health. Flax seed oil is rich in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an
essential fatty acid that appears to be very helpful for heart
inflammatory bowel disease, disease, arthritis and a variety of
other health conditions. Flax seed, in addition to ALA, contains
a group of chemicals called lignams that may play a role in the
prevention of cancer. Flax Seed Oil is a rich balanced source of
essential fatty acids. The high content of omega-3 fatty acids
in flax seed oil is one of its positive attributes. These
beneficial fats play important roles in brain, nerve, glandular,
and eye functions. In addition, they are involved in the
transport and metabolism of cholesterol and triglycerides.
Essential fatty acids are further metabolized into hormone-like
substances in the cell known as prostaglandins. Prostaglandins
are involved in the regulation of many important physiological
functions.
Flax seed oil also contains lingams that have anti-viral,
anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-cancer properties. Flax
seeds have the richest source of lignans, 100 times more than
the next best source, wheat bran. Flax seed also contains
lecithin which emulsifies fat and cholesterol. These little
seeds improve digestion, help stabilize blood glucose levels,
fight tumor formation and enhance cardiovascular health.
Flax seed oil is considered by many to be the answer to this
health dilemma. Oil extracted from flax seed is unique because
it contains both essential fatty acids: alpha-linolenic, an
omega-3 fatty acid, and linoleic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid, in
appreciable amounts. Flax seed oil is the world's richest
vegetable source of omega-3 fatty acids. Flax Seed Oil
Advantages Heart-protective activity Maintains normal blood
cholesterol and blood pressure Skin health Normal circulation
Soothes joints Flax seed oil lubricates and absorbs toxins
Prevents toxic build up in the bowel
Flax Seed Oil Cautions
Store in a cool dry place Keep out of the reach of children