(unknown) Flaxseed Oil

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Dear Jasmina,

 

Notice that they have said "suggest that it isn't the best thing to be eating in its concentrated, refined state." Good, so make sure it's organic and cold pressed or something like that. Just make sure it's not been tampered with basically.

 

Zeb

 

 

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Jasmina Alisic

herbal remedies

Tuesday, June 01, 2004 5:13 PM

Herbal Remedies - (unknown)

 

 

 

 

Hi, all

I just want to say that I am confused reading this information from the book,by Bruce Fife N. D."Saturated Fats may save your life".

How is it possible that many researches show a benefitial effect of flaxseed oil, and at the same time many studies show dameging effects. There is much more about dangeres of Flaxseed oil. I can't do the reaserach, I can read only what other people found out. How you people decide what to except as a trouth?

Regards

Jasmina

 

Dangers of Flaxseed Oil

Heart Disease

There is a great deal of evidence on flaxseed oil which suggest that it isn't the best thing to be eating in its concentrated, refined state.

Alpha-linolenic acid from flaxseed affects the liver's ability to process certain nutrients. For example, it inhibits the production of enzymes necessary to synthesize cholesterol. Some people may consider this a positive effect because it lowers the body's total cholesterol level. Others question any substance that stifles the body's normal metabolic processes. Cholesterol which is formed in the liver is not the same as the cholesterol that clogs the arteries. So inhibiting the liver's production of cholesterol does not affect cardiovascular health. The cholesterol that contributes to plaque in the arteries is oxidized cholesterol. Non-oxidized cholesterol does not clog arteries, but is used in cell membranes. nerve tissue, and as part of the brain, and therefore is an important and necessary component of our bodies.

Precautions for Use of Flaxseed Oil

Despite the health hazards of flaxseed oil, there may be incidences where it can be useful for a limited amount of time under the supervision of a knowledgeable health care professional. For example, if your blood pressure is dangerously high, it can help to lower it quickly. But it should be used only as a temporary measure while other, safer but slower methods, such as diet and lifestyle changes, have time to take effect.

Like linoleic acid (omega-6) from vegetable oil, alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3) from flaxseed oil is polyunsaturated. What this means is that it readily oxidizes to form destructive free-radical chain reactions. In this respect, alpha-linolenic acid is worse than linoleic acid because it is even more polyunsaturated and, therefore, more susceptible to oxidative damage. Linoleic acid has two carbon double bonds—the sites where free-radical reactions occur. Alpha-linolenic acid has three carbon double bonds. While linoleic acid is twice as likely to be degraded by oxidation as oleic acid (a monounsaturated acid like olive oil), alpha-linolenic acid is three times more susceptible to oxidation.Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and toprescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian ShillingtonDoctor of NaturopathyDr.IanShillington