The Health Benefits of Flaxseed Oil - An Herbal Remedy

Flax seed is a well know source of fiber. Studies have indicated that it does have health benefits as it contains omega 3 fatty acids that are very successful at treating lupus and cardiac ailments.
Flaxseed also helps lower cholesterol, keep blood pressure stable and prevent certain heart diseases. Persons that have had heart attacks in the past can always take some flaxseed oil
as a preventive measure. 

• Flaxseed oil works well for heart disease, acne, high blood pressure, arthritis, menstrual cramps, depression and breast cancer. Taking it on a regular basis can
• alleviate or prevent these conditions from occurring. 
• If the problem is constipation, flaxseed oil can help as it enables free bowel movement.
•  If the intestinal tract is inflamed it will help in the repair process. It is also effective at preventing the occurrence if gallstones or dissolving ones that are present.
• This oil can also help with certain skin issues. These include sunburn, rosacea, eczema and acne.
•  It prevents the cracking and breaking of the skin and keeps it moisturized.The debilitating effects of Alzheimer’s disease can also be alleviated with the use of flaxseed oil.
•  It can be bought in liquid form or as a capsule. This is why some persons prefer to add it to their meal instead of vegetable oil.

Dose: Notmore than three grams should be consumed.

Storage Condition: The best way to keep it is to refrigerate it or store it in a cool dark place. It is made from freshly pressed seeds and is usually bottled in dark containers and the processing is done at low temperatures without light, heat and oxygen.