I’ve never been into the natural herbs, and holistic thing. I’ve always been scared to take things that aren’t given to me by my doctor. Lately though, I’ve done a lot of research into how different things can be healthier for you, and help your body to function better. Now I am not a doctor, nurse or anything close to a medical person, so please do your own research before taking on various herbs and other things… but I was given the chance to try some Flax Seed Oil from Herbs of Mexico. They sent me two large bottles… with the instruction in Spanish… LOL.. Luckily with a little High School knowledge and the internet, I was able to figure out what it said.
I don’t have any scientific facts or studies from using this product, but I did do some research on the internet about the possible benefits from flax seed oil, and here’s what I found**:
Flax Seed Oil contains omega-6 and omega-9 essential fatty acids, B vitamins, potassium, lecithin, magnesium, fiber, protein, and zinc and also provides approximately 50% more omega-3 oils than what you could get from taking fish oil, minus that horrible “fishy” after taste.
Just look at this list of facts and studies of what Flax Seed Oil can and may accomplish:
– Research shows low incidence of breast cancer and colon cancer in populations that have high amounts of lignan in their diet. Flax is 100 times richer in lignan than most whole grains.
– Studies show that Omega-3 fatty acids help lower cholesterol and blood triglycerides, and prevent clots in arteries, which may result in strokes, heart attacks and thromboses.
– Helps protect the body against high blood pressure, inflammation, water retention, sticky platelets and lowered immune function.
– Shortens recovery time for fatigued muscles after exertion.
– Increases the body’s production of energy and also increases stamina.
– Accelerates the healing of sprains and bruises.
– Eases weight loss in people afflicted with obesity.
– Stimulates brown fat cells and increases the metabolic rate making it easier to burn off fat.
– Improves the absorption of Calcium.
– Strengthens finger and toenails.
– Can improve eyesight and perception of colors.
– Can often improve the function of the liver.
– Can relieve the side effects and stop development of many forms of cancer.
– Can relieve some cases of Asthma.
– Helpful in the treatment of Eczema, Psoriasis, and Dandruff.
– Can relieve the symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis. It can relieve the symptoms of Diabetes Mellitus.
– Can alleviate some allergies.
– Helps prevent Atherosclerosis (the accumulation of fatty deposits inside the blood vessels, especially the large and medium-sized arteries, that many people experience during the aging process).
– Lowers high blood pressure in Hypertension sufferers.
– Has been scientifically proven to treat some cases of depression.
– Can improve the mental function of many old age pensioners.
– Can help in the treatment of Multiple Sclerosis.
– Has been proven to improve the behavior of Schizophrenics.
– Can relieve some cases of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) in females.
– And more…!
As with anything that has to do with your health, ALWAYS consult a doctor before trying something you’re not sure of… Even after extensive research on the internet!
I have noticed that I feel a little more energized, since starting to take the Flax Seed Oil, which is nice. I’m really hoping to see the potential weight loss benefits too!
Herbs of Mexico has a huge selection of herbal and health products available from Detox and Cleansing kits, to Cold Be Gone and *ahem*… Sexual Health Kits… Their site is very easy to navigate, and have products sorted alphabetically, or by Health.. Aging, Blood Sugar Control, Stress and Anxiety, even Brain & Memory (I so need that)….
If you want more information about some of the products they offer and what they could potentially do to help your health… Check out Herbs of Mexico!
Thanks again to Herbs of Mexico for sending me the Flax Seed Oil to try out!
** Sources for Info about Flax Seed Benefits
http://www.essortment.com/all/whatisflaxsee_pfy.htm
http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/benefits-of-flaxseed
http://www.bodybuildingforyou.com/health-supplements/flax-seed-oil.htm
Omega-3’s are so important to the proper functioning of the body that the list of benefits can seem to good to be true! Flax oil provides a wonderful vegetarian alternative to fish oil. An important consideration when using flax oil as a supplement is how quickly the oil can become rancid (aka spoiled, oxidized, and no longer healthful). It is very important to keep it refrigerated. Whole flax seed, ground into meal and added to foods, is another way to benefit from the oil — as well as the soluble and insoluble fiber — and reduce the risk of using an rancid oil.