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"There's a third omega-3 called alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), and it's found in plant food, specifically flax and flaxseed oil. The body can theoretically make EPA and DHA from ALA, but it does a lousy job of it, converting only about 10 to 20 percent into EPA and DHA. I like flaxseed oil, which has nice antiinflammatory properties of its own, and if you can't or won't take fish oil, it's the next best thing (one excellent store brand is Barlean's). Ideally, take them both. You can add flaxseeds to salads and smoothies and use flaxseed oil as a part of a salad dressing." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"Branded products include Tona-lean 1000 CLA (Action Labs), New Energy (Advanced Nutritional), Bioflax (Bio-tech Pharmacal), FiProFlax (Health From the Sun), BioEFA flax 1000 (Health From the Sun) and Linum-20 (Key Company). DESCRIPTION Flaxseed, also known as flax oil and linseed oil, is derived from the seeds of the plant Linium usitatissimum. Flaxseed oil is a very rich source of alpha-linolenic acid. Alpha-linolenic acid concentration in flaxseed oil ranges from approximately 40 to 60%. Lower amounts of linoleic acid and oleic acid (each about 15%) are also present in flaxseed oil." - Sheldon Saul Hendler and David Rorvik, PDR for Nutritional Supplements (Get the book.)

"You can also mix University are busy nd flaxseed into oatmeal, rice developing flax pasta r , ^ and flax ice cream. P1 applesauce, or yogurt. Or add it to salads, soups, cereals, and baked goods. For example, bake some flaxseed bread. This amazing bread works exactly like cholesterol-lowering drugs, but without the side effects. One study found that people who ate six slices of flaxseed bread a day significantly lowered their cholesterol. More good news. This tasty little seed fights cholesterol and cancer. Researchers are recognizing it to be a tiny double powerhouse in disease prevention." - The Editors of FC&A, Unleash the Inner Healing Power of Foods (Get the book.)

"You can buy flax meal, which is ground seeds, but I always think fresher is better when you have the time. That said, 4 tablespoons of flaxseed meal will give you 6 g of protein and 8 g of fiber.) And in addition to all the other good stuff, flaxseeds are also anti-inflammatory and have antioxidant properties as well. Flax promotes cardiovascular and colon health, can boost immunity, promotes healthy skin, and helps stabilize blood sugar. Because the lignans in flax are actually phytoestrogens (weak estrogenic compounds from plants), they may help relieve menopausal symptoms." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth About What You Should Eat and Why (Get the book.)

"The soluble fiber in the seeds can cause the liquids in the dish to thicken, and high heat damages the delicate essential fatty acids in flax (and heating/frying with flax oil under high temperature generates cancer-promoting compounds). ?Add flaxseeds to your diet gradually; use 1 teaspoon on your cereal the first few times rather than 2 tablespoons. ?Never use flaxseed oil in high-heat cooking. Add it to foods after they have been prepared. ?DAY 2 Breakfast ? Whole wheat cereal topped with chopped walnuts Low-fat milk or soy beverage for cereal Orange or berries Green tea ?DAY 2 Lunch ?" - Steven V. Joyal, What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Diabetes: An Innovative Program to Prevent, Treat, and Beat This Controllable Disease (Get the book.)

"One study found that flax oil might actually increase prostate problems. flax oil is high in Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA)—an essential nutrient associated with cardiovascular benefits, but the study concluded that while a high intake of ALA did not appear to increase overall risk of developing prostate cancer, it did increase the risk of developing aggressive prostate cancer.101 Raw flaxseed has a lower ALA content than flax oil and several studies have shown it to be protective against prostate cancer." - James Occhiogrosso, N. D., Your Prostate, Your Libido, Your Life (Get the book.)

"JUST THE FLAX If we were to look for an ideal case study to broaden our appreciation for food synergy, we'd need look no further than flax. The synergy inherent in this little seed is drawn from a number of its components, though the specific dynamics remain unclear. For example, many studies have clearly demonstrated that flaxseed offers cancer-protective effects in the body, but researchers aren't sure just which specific component accomplishes that. It could be the plant's lignans, its omega-3s—or the synergistic interactions between these components." - Elaine Magee, Food Synergy: Unleash Hundreds of Powerful Healing Food Combinations to Fight Disease and Live Well (Get the book.)

"If you are reading this and want to do something for your overall health, for the prevention of disease, for increasing health and vitality, I would suggest going to your local health food store and getting some whole flax, which is a great source of fiber, or some flaxseed oil or linseed oil and adding it to your diet. Talk to some people at your local health food store. Go online and do some searches on flaxseed oil, flax or linseed oil. Get some information; take responsibility for your own health. Consider adding this into your diet." - Kevin Trudeau, More Natural Cures Revealed: Previously Censored Brand Name Products That Cure Disease (Get the book.)

"Great health coming from nature aside, the flax side of the business and fishery employed many people for a small county like Whatcom. Clearly, this was an important business, important to the economic vitality of a region. This was also a carbon-neutral business of first-rate national importance. The twelve-acre Barlean's farm in Ferndale busdes with activity. Trucks from Canada and the Dakotas pull up to deliver flaxseed; forklift drivers haul pressed flax meal into storage containers; fresh pressed, the flaxseed oil is bottled, labeled, and air shipped to health stores." - David Steinman, Safe Trip to Eden: Ten Steps to Save Planet Earth from the Global Warming Meltdown (Get the book.)

"DESCRIPTION Flaxseed, also known as flax oil and linseed oil, is derived from the seeds of the plant Linium usitatissimum. Flaxseed oil is a very rich source of alpha-linolenic acid. Alpha-linolenic acid concentration in flaxseed oil ranges from approximately 40 to 60%. Lower amounts of linoleic acid and oleic acid (each about 15%) are also present in flaxseed oil. In addition, flaxseed oil contains varying amounts of the lignan, secoisolariciresinol diglycoside (SDG)." - Sheldon Saul Hendler and David Rorvik, PDR for Nutritional Supplements (Get the book.)

"Flaxseed Oil Flaxseed oil, also known as flax or linseed oil, is made from the seeds of Linum usitatissimum. flax is a very rich source of ALA, containing approximately 40% to 60% of this essential fatty acid. Linoleic acid and oleic acid are also present, but in smaller amounts (about 15% each). In addition, flaxseed oil contains secoisolariciresinol diglyco-side, a type of phytoestrogen known as a lignan, in varying amounts. Flaxseed oil may have anti-inflammatory, antithrombotic, and antiproliferative activities." - David Hoffman, FNIMH, AHG, Medical Herbalism: The Science Principles and Practices Of Herbal Medicine (Get the book.)

"FLAXSEED • The seed of the flax plant may be "hidden" in cereals and milk of cows fed flaxseed. It is also in flaxseed tea and the laxative Flaxolyn. It is a frequent allergen when ingested, inhaled, or in direct contact. Flaxseeds are the source of linseed oil. Among other hidden sources are: dog food, hair-wave preparations, shampoos, hair tonics, depilatories, patent leather, insulating materials, rugs and some cloths, Roman meal, cough remedies, and muffins. FLEABANE OIL • Oil of Canada Fleabane. Erigeron Oil. The pale yellow volatile oil from a fresh flowering herb." - Ruth Winter, Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives: A Consumer's Dictionary of Cosmetic Ingredients Vitamin E (Get the book.)

"DIABETES: The addition of flax or components of flax in animal studies slowed the onset of type 2 diabetes and protected kidneys from the typical damage caused by diabetes. ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER (ADHD): A pilot study conducted in India evaluated the effect of flax oil on behavior in children with ADHD. There was significant improvement in their symptoms, reflected by reduction in total hyperactivity scores." - David W. Grotto, RD, LDN, 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life! (Get the book.) "Three tablespoons milled flax equals 1 tablespoon butter, margarine, shortening, or vegetable oil. • Replace eggs, too! For every egg, mix 1 tablespoon milled flax with three tablespoons water in a small bowl and let sit for one or two minutes. Cinnamon-Walnut Granola From The Amazing flax Cookbook by Jane Reinhardt-Martin Servings: 25 ('A cup) • Prep and cooking time: 40 minutes This recipe contains five powerhouse foods." - David W. Grotto, RD, LDN, 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life! (Get the book.)

"Most stores also sell flax oil but it is better to consume flax from freshly ground seed rather than oil. flax oil has a tendency to become rancid; a long transition time from extraction of the oil to consumption may render the oil more harmful than beneficial. One study found that flax oil might actually increase prostate problems." - James Occhiogrosso, N. D., Your Prostate, Your Libido, Your Life (Get the book.)

"Flaxseed Oil Flaxseed oil, also known as flax or linseed oil, is made from the seeds of Linum usitatissimum. flax is a very rich source of ALA, containing approximately 40% to 60% of this essential fatty acid. Linoleic acid and oleic acid are also present, but in smaller amounts (about 15% each). In addition, flaxseed oil contains secoisolariciresinol diglyco-side, a type of phytoestrogen known as a lignan, in varying amounts. Flaxseed oil may have anti-inflammatory, antithrombotic, and antiproliferative activities." - David Hoffman, FNIMH, AHG, Medical Herbalism: The Science Principles and Practices Of Herbal Medicine (Get the book.)

"Or have oatmeal for breakfast several times a week and change the flavor each time: try adding flaxseeds (don't cook with flaxseeds or flax oil, because the high heat can damage their delicate essential fats), cinnamon (this spice actually offers great benefits for blood sugar regulation—more on this in chapter 8), berries, or chopped figs. Increasing the amount of fiber in your diet with foods and soluble fiber supplements until you reach your target should take several weeks or longer, depending on how quickly you adapt to the increase and what your current intake is." - Steven V. Joyal, What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Diabetes: An Innovative Program to Prevent, Treat, and Beat This Controllable Disease (Get the book.)

"They wore flax cloaks, made from flax fibres woven into a coarse linen fabric. They also extracted oil from the seeds of the flax-bush, and used the heart-leaves, and even the flower. It appears that they attributed specific powers to the leaves of the flax-bush, as these were supposed to enable them to find and win their true love. The central leaf of a flax-bush would be modelled into the shape of a canoe, in which a pebble was placed representing the person who was going to send it on its way. This symbolic vessel would then be launched on the waters of the lake." - Jan De Vries, Life Without Arthritis: The Maori Way (Get the book.)

"The seeds from the flax plant amazingly lower your cholesterol levels and your blood pressure at the same time. Loaded with soluble fiber that lowers cholesterol, flaxseed is also the best plant source of omega-3 fatty acids. These fats, found mainly in fish, keep your blood from sticking, regulate your heartbeat, and lower your blood pressure. They've also been shown to lower cholesterol. Whether because of the soluble fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, or some other ingredient, flaxseed works. Studies have shown flaxseed can lower cholesterol by as much as 14.7 percent." - The Editors of FC&A, Unleash the Inner Healing Power of Foods (Get the book.)

"FLAXSEED • The seed of the flax plant may be "hidden" in cereals and in the milk of cows fed flaxseed. It is also in flaxseed tea and the laxative, flaxolyn. It is a frequent allergen when ingested, inhaled, or in direct contact. Flaxseeds are the source of linseed oil. Among other hidden sources are dog food, wave-setting preparations, shampoos, hair tonics, depilatories, patent leather, insulating materials, rugs and some cloths, Roman meal, cough remedies, and muffins. FLEXIBLE COLLODION • A mixture of collodion (see) with camphor and castor oil to make collodion more malleable." - Ruth Winter, M.S., A Consumer's Dictionary of Cosmetic Ingredients (Get the book.)

"Flax Institute in Fargo, North Dakota. "It's also added to animal feed to treat skin conditions and is even fed to elephants and rhinoceros in some zoos to maintain healthy skin." Flaxseed poultices have a long history of use for a variety of skin problems, and Dr. Carter says he has gotten many case reports from people saying that taking ground flaxseed or flaxseed oil has improved the itch of psoriasis. "Flax oil is a rich source of alpha linolenic acid, which is essential for healthy skin," he says." - Gale Maleskey, Brian Kaufman, Home Remedies: What Works: Thousands of Americans Reveal Their Favorite Home-Tested Cures for Everyday Health Problems (Get the book.)

"Protect arteries with flax seeds. Take 1V2 tablespoons of ground flaxseeds or 1 teaspoon of flaxseed oil a day, suggests Dr. Lipsenthal. To incorporate them into your menu, use either the ground seeds or oil when you make salad dressing. Flaxseeds and flaxseed oil, found at most health food stores, contain omega-3 fatty acids, which are thought to protect the heart from the damaging effects of high cholesterol. "Omega-3's have a role in strengthening the artery walls," explains Dr. Lipsenthal. Select some soy products. Eating soy products has been shown to lower cholesterol." - Doug Dollemore, The Doctor's Book of Home Remedies for Seniors (Get the book.)

"J a day, flax offers a few other potential benefits beyond cancer and heart disease prevention, including: þBetter regulation of bowel functions (less constipation) þPossible improvement in glucose control and insulin resistance þPossible benefits in many "hyperstimulated" immune system diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis Flax is not for everyone." - Elaine Magee, Food Synergy: Unleash Hundreds of Powerful Healing Food Combinations to Fight Disease and Live Well (Get the book.)

"It takes three tablespoons of flax meal to equal the concentration of omega-3 fatty acids in one teaspoon of flaxseed oil. Heat, light, and oxygen are enemies of flaxseed oil, which makes flaxseed oil inappropriate for use at the high temperatures needed for frying and grilling. The seeds, as well as the oil, should be refrigerated between uses. Milled (ground) flaxseed has been stored at room temperature for up to four months (128 days) without any noticeable changes in flavor." - Laurie Deutsch Mozian, M.S., R.D., Foods That Fight Disease: A Simple Guide to Using and Understanding Phytonutrients to Protect and Enhance Your Health (Get the book.)

"The only rich nonfish source of omega-3 is flax seed. This grain seed offers double-barreled benefits, says North Dakota State University agronomist Jack Carter, Ph.D., president of the flax Institute of the United States. "Flax seed is about 35 percent oil, and more than half of that oil is omega-3—more than you can get from fish," he says. flax seed is also loaded with soluble as well as insoluble fiber. Soluble fiber—the kind found in the current darling of fiber boosters, oat bran—is known to bind to cholesterol and to whisk it, eventually, down the drain. flax seed, says Dr." - Matthew Hoffman and William Legro, Disease Free: How to Prevent, Treat and Cure More Than 150 Illnesses and Conditions (Get the book.)

"That's because I believe that the two omega-3s found in fish oil (EPA and DHA) are even more important than the one that's found in flax (ALA). I still believe that —but the omega-3 fatty acid in flaxseeds and flaxseed oil does have health benefits of its own, and the lignans add enough value to make it worth recommending that you take both. O T— Hemp Seed Oil Hemp seed oil (hemp oil) is another of the lesser-known oils that deserves a closer look. First things first: Don't confuse this ^ nutritious, amazing oil with marijuana. It's not "pot." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth About What You Should Eat and Why (Get the book.)

"Watkins and his research team have gathered data on flax for years, and his facility has baked enough flaxseed bread to clean out the coronary arteries of a small army. Dr. Watkins believed that flaxseed's high concentration of linolenic acid might help lower blood cholesterol. To test his theory, he began to bake flaxseed bread, first at home and then in his lab. "The easiest way to consume flaxseed is to bake it into bread," says Dr. Watkins, who experimented with different recipes and formulas. " - The Editors of Prevention Health Books, and William P. Castelli M.D., Cholesterol Cures: More Than 325 Natural Ways to Lower Cholesterol and Live Longer from Almonds and Chocolate to Garlic and Wine (Get the book.)

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