QUESETION = Re:Flaxseed Warnings

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Hi,

i am sorry, but i am unable to find back the article, but have found this one instead:-

http://www.flaxseedoil.info/side-effects.php

With Apologies,

AsianWoman

, treblclef2 wrote:>> Asian Woman,> Can you provide a link/source to your below information?> Thanks in advance..............> ==============================> > Flaxseed> Flaxseed has been a traditional treatment in Mediterranean cultures for> thousands of years. It's now popular in the U.S. for many different> health conditions. Flaxseed oil is made from crushed flaxseed. It shares> some -- but not all -- of flaxseed's health properties.> Flaxseed Uses> Flaxseed and flaxseed oil contain alpha-linoleic acid (ALA), which> converts to omega-3 fatty acids in the body. While flaxseed hasn't yet> been shown to improve heart disease risk, there's good evidence that> flaxseed and flaxseed oil may lower cholesterol levels.> > Flaxseed -- but not flaxseed oil -- may also help with menopausal> symptoms. Research has shown that 40 grams per day may be similar to> hormone therapy for improving mild menopause symptoms, such as hot> flashes and night sweats. Flaxseed -- again, not flaxseed oil -- may> also help constipation.> > Flaxseed has also been shown to improve kidney function in people with> lupus. If you have lupus -- or any other medical condition -- it's very> important to talk with your doctor about any supplements you take.> > Flaxseed is currently being studied for many other conditions, ranging> from cancer to diabetes to osteoporosis. At this point, there is not> enough evidence to support flaxseed for these conditions.> Flaxseed Dose & Instructions for Use> There is no set dose of flaxseed. In studies of people with high> cholesterol, 40 to 50 grams of flaxseed per day has been used; 15 grams> for improving kidney function in people with lupus; 40 grams for mild> menopause symptoms. Flaxseed can be mixed with liquid or food, such as> muffins or bread. Ask your doctor for advice.> Flaxseed Food Sources> While no other food sources contain flaxseed, flaxseed is itself> sometimes added to foods. Ground flaxseed is sold as flour. Flaxseed oil> might be added to salad dressing, although it should not be used for> cooking.> Flaxseed Supplement Information> Flaxseed is sold in liquids, capsules, and powders. Flaxseed oil is also> available in capsules and liquids. Like any supplement, keep flaxseed in> a cool, dry place, away from humidity and direct sunlight. To make it> last, flaxseed oil should be stored in the refrigerator.> Flaxseed Warnings> > * Side effects. At normal doses, flaxseed and flaxseed oil seem to be> safe. Flaxseed -- and not flaxseed oil -- contains soluble fiber. It> might cause diarrhea, cramping, gas, and bloating. High doses of> flaxseed, especially when not taken with enough water, can cause> constipation and even bowel obstruction. * Interactions. If you> take any medicines or other supplements regularly, talk to your doctor> before you start using flaxseed. Flaxseed may block the normal> absorption of medicines. So, always take medicines at least one hour> before or two hours after using flaxseed. Flaxseed and flaxseed oil may> also interact with drugs like blood thinners, NSAID painkillers, hormone> treatments, and medicines for blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes.> Avoid taking flaxseed or flaxseed oil with supplements like St. John's> wort and valerian. * Risks. Never eat raw or unripe flaxseed -- it> could be poisonous. People who have diabetes, bipolar disorder, high> triglycerides, bleeding disorders, or prostate cancer should talk to a> doctor before using flaxseed or flaxseed oil. Anyone with digestive> problems (like Crohn's disease, IBS, or colitis) and women with hormone> sensitive diseases (like endometriosis, PCOS, breast cancer, and uterine> cancer) should not use flaxseed.> > Given the lack of evidence about its safety, flaxseed and flaxseed oil> is not recommended for children or for women who are pregnant or> breastfeeding.> **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy > steps! > (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1222585087x1201462804/aol?redir=http://www.freecreditreport.com/pm/default.aspx?sc=668072 & hmpgID=62 & bcd=> JulystepsfooterNO62)>