Guest guest Posted June 2, 2002 Report Share Posted June 2, 2002 I too am interested to hear peoples progress. I take a good 4-5 tbsps of linseed a day sprinkled on my food. Is linseed the same as flaxseed? I don't crush it as i didn't want the calories so i have been using it more to help with digestion. I was just wondering though if it was crushed and therefore esily absorbed would it work in the same way as flaxseed supplementation? Just a thought. > Hi , > > I think you can take either one. > For comparison you might want the following info.: > > Flaxseed Oil > > Flaxseeds are rich in omega-3 essential fatty acids, > magnesium, potassium, and fiber. They are also a good > source of the B vitamins, proteins, and zinc. They are > low in saturated fats and calories, and contain no > cholesterol. The nutty taste of ground flaxseeds is > pleasant, and they can be mixed with water or any > fruit or vegetable juice. They can also be added to > salads, soups, yogurt, cereals, baked goods, or fresh > juices. You can grind these tiny seeds in a coffee > grinder. > If you prefer not to eat the seeds, you can use > flaxseed oil as an alternative. Like the seeds from > which it is extracted, organic cold-pressed flaxseed > oil is rich in essential fatty acids. Several studies > have shown that it can reduce pain, inflammation, and > swelling of arthritis. It also has been found to lower > blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels, and to help > reduce the hardening effects of cholesterol on cell > membranes. > > Primrose Oil > > Primrose Oil contains the highest amount of > gamma-linolenic acid(GLA) of any food substance. The > fatty acid is known to help prevent hardening of the > arteries, heart disease, premenstrual syndrome, > multiple sclerosis, and high blood pressure. > It relieves pain and inflammation, enhances the > release of sex hormones, including estrogen and > testosterone; aids in lowering cholesterol levels; and > is beneficial for cirrhosis of the liver. > Many women have found that primrose oil supplements > relieve unpleasant menopausal symptoms such as hot > flashes. Because it promotes the production of > estrogen, women suffering from breast cancer that is > estrogen related should avoid or limit their intake of > primrose oil. > > Isabella > > __________________________________________________ > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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