QUESETION = Re:Flaxseed Warnings

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FlaxseedFlaxseed has been a traditional treatment in Mediterranean cultures forthousands of years. It's now popular in the U.S. for many differenthealth conditions. Flaxseed oil is made from crushed flaxseed. It sharessome -- but not all -- of flaxseed's health properties.Flaxseed UsesFlaxseed and flaxseed oil contain alpha-linoleic acid (ALA), whichconverts to omega-3 fatty acids in the body. While flaxseed hasn't yetbeen shown to improve heart disease risk, there's good evidence thatflaxseed and flaxseed oil may lower cholesterol levels.Flaxseed -- but not flaxseed oil -- may also help with menopausalsymptoms. Research has shown that 40 grams per day may be similar tohormone therapy for improving mild menopause symptoms, such as hotflashes and night sweats. Flaxseed -- again, not flaxseed oil -- mayalso help constipation.Flaxseed has also been shown to improve kidney function in people withlupus. If you have lupus -- or any other medical condition -- it's veryimportant to talk with your doctor about any supplements you take.Flaxseed is currently being studied for many other conditions, rangingfrom cancer to diabetes to osteoporosis. At this point, there is notenough evidence to support flaxseed for these conditions.Flaxseed Dose & Instructions for UseThere is no set dose of flaxseed. In studies of people with highcholesterol, 40 to 50 grams of flaxseed per day has been used; 15 gramsfor improving kidney function in people with lupus; 40 grams for mildmenopause symptoms. Flaxseed can be mixed with liquid or food, such asmuffins or bread. Ask your doctor for advice.Flaxseed Food SourcesWhile no other food sources contain flaxseed, flaxseed is itselfsometimes added to foods. Ground flaxseed is sold as flour. Flaxseed oilmight be added to salad dressing, although it should not be used forcooking.Flaxseed Supplement InformationFlaxseed is sold in liquids, capsules, and powders. Flaxseed oil is alsoavailable in capsules and liquids. Like any supplement, keep flaxseed ina cool, dry place, away from humidity and direct sunlight. To make itlast, flaxseed oil should be stored in the refrigerator.Flaxseed Warnings* Side effects. At normal doses, flaxseed and flaxseed oil seem to besafe. Flaxseed -- and not flaxseed oil -- contains soluble fiber. Itmight cause diarrhea, cramping, gas, and bloating. High doses offlaxseed, especially when not taken with enough water, can causeconstipation and even bowel obstruction. * Interactions. If youtake any medicines or other supplements regularly, talk to your doctorbefore you start using flaxseed. Flaxseed may block the normalabsorption of medicines. So, always take medicines at least one hourbefore or two hours after using flaxseed. Flaxseed and flaxseed oil mayalso interact with drugs like blood thinners, NSAID painkillers, hormonetreatments, and medicines for blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes.Avoid taking flaxseed or flaxseed oil with supplements like St. John'swort and valerian. * Risks. Never eat raw or unripe flaxseed -- itcould be poisonous. People who have diabetes, bipolar disorder, hightriglycerides, bleeding disorders, or prostate cancer should talk to adoctor before using flaxseed or flaxseed oil. Anyone with digestiveproblems (like Crohn's disease, IBS, or colitis) and women with hormonesensitive diseases (like endometriosis, PCOS, breast cancer, and uterinecancer) should not use flaxseed.Given the lack of evidence about its safety, flaxseed and flaxseed oilis not recommended for children or for women who are pregnant orbreastfeeding. A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps!