Linseed oil, also known as flaxseed oil, is made from the seeds of the flax plant. The oil contains substances which promote good health. Linseed and linseed oil are rich in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an essential fatty acid that appears to be beneficial for heart disease. ALA belongs to a group of substances called omega-3 fatty acids.
Linseed Oil Benefits and Uses
- Lower cholesterol, protect against heart disease and control high blood pressure
- Counter inflammation associated with gout, lupus and fibrocystic breasts
- Control constipation, haemorrhoids, diverticular disorders and gallstones
- Treat acne, eczema, psoriasis, sunburn and rosacea
- Promote healthy hair and nails
- Fight prostate problems, male infertility and impotence
- Treat menopausal symptoms, menstrual cramps, female infertility and endometriosis
- Reduce cancer risk and guard against the effects of ageing
- Minimise nerve damage that causes numbness and tingling as well as other disorders
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