Health / Flaxseed / linseed oil Health Benefits to Humans

Flaxseed oil is extracted from flaxseeds and it is used in cooking and baking. It includes compounds like Omega-3 fatty acids, Healthy proteins, Fiber, Phenolic compounds (lignans) and Minerals (calcium, vitamin B and magnesium).

Flaxseed oil will have mild taste and it should be kept in dark glass bottle to protect it from the light / sun light. If it is exposed to light and heat it loses its nutritional properties and harmful chemical are produced in it.

Flaxseed / linseed oil Health Benefits to Humans
Flaxseed / linseed oil Health Benefits to Humans
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1 Reducing cholesterol Flaxseed oil contains Alpha-linolenic acids (ALA) which is used to reduce the bad cholesterol / low-density lipoprotein in the body.
2 Fighting cancer Flaxseed oil contains linoorbitides , Phenolic compounds (lignans) and Alpha-linolenic acids (ALA) which is used for fighting against  cancer (Flights and kills cancr cells) and suppressing  breast tumor.
3 Reducing diabetes risk Flaxseed oil contains Alpha-linolenic acids (ALA) which is used lowers the risk of diabetes.
4 Lowers inflammation Flaxseed oil contains omega-3 fatty acids which are used in decreasing circulating C-reactive protein in turn reduce inflammation. 
5 Improves Skin Health It contains ALA which is used to improve the skin health (Glows).
6 Improves Hair Health Flaxseed oil makes hair grow strong.
7 Reduces weight loss Flaxseed oil moves to the digestive system to detoxify the body and help with weight loss. 
8 Improve Brain functionality It is rich in Omega 3 fatty acids, Alpha Linolenic Acid which helps in proper brain functioning

Possible risks / Effects of using Flaxseed / linseed oil
It depends on the dosage and person's individual reaction when intake to the body.

1. Gas.
2. Bloating.
3. Diarrhea.
4. Allergic reactions.

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