Question 1

how exactly does flaxseed oil help gain weight?

Accepted Answer

There are 120 : calories for each tablespoon of flaxseed oil. That can add up fast.

Question 2

is primrose oil causes weight gain?

Accepted Answer

The 3 sites I: Checked did not llist weight gain as a side effect.

Question 3

can taking flaxseed oil make yu put on weight?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It's a popular cooking oil and like anything else greasy and good-tasting, we tend to overeat and get fat from it. If you're actually taking the oil, it's still calories. Real evidence of any health benefit remains sparse at best. Why not just eat sensibly, avoid unhealthy habits, and focus on physical fitness? Health doesn't come from a bottle or pills. Best wishes.

Question 4

is it helpful if i used flaxseed oil supplements to lose weight?

Accepted Answer

Flaxseed Oil: Eating Flaxseed will not cause weight loss in and of its self. One tablespoon has 120 calories. It can be an healthy alternative to taking in other types of fat while trying to lose weight. This is because you can consume it's polyunsaturated and mono-unsaturated fats instead of saturated fat and trans fats.

Question 5

which is better for weight loss: flaxseed oil or fish oil?

Accepted Answer

Fish oil: Refer to this wiki for lots of information on fish oil:

http://en.Wikipedia.Org/wiki/fish_oil

Doubt any reliable comparison study to answer your question.

Question 6

what do you suggest if the stress seemed to get to me. has anyone used flaxseed oil supplements and lost weight?

Accepted Answer

Stress - Less: To address stress:  talk about feelings ; address problems. Don't avoid them. Aim for 7.5 - 8 hours of sleep/ night. Daily physical activity is optimal in a green space. Eat healthfully. Cut out junk carbs, caffeine ; alcohol (or  moderate). Try qi gong, tai chi, acupuncture, acupressure, homeopathy, meditation, yoga, exercise program, deep breathing exercises or progressive muscle relaxation.

Question 7

since i started taking fish oil, flaxseed oil, and evening primrose oil, i have gained 15 lbs. i also have hypothyroidism.

Accepted Answer

Weight gain: It may be time to recheck your thyroid function levels.  Also, if you're taking thyroid hormone replacement, make sure that you take it first thing in the am, on an empty stomach, by itself.  Wait at least half an hour before eating.  Do not take it with other medications/vitamins/supplements.

Question 8

what are the benefits of flaxseed oil?

Accepted Answer

Cholesterol: Flax seed can help to lower cholesterol & low-density lipoprotein levels & help reduce the risk of heart disease. Because your body can digest ground flaxseed better than whole flaxseed, the ground flaxseed is preferable. This will provide more of the benefits from the lignans and the omega – 3 –fatty acids in the flaxseed. With flaxseed oil, it is quite important that it be cold pressed.

Question 9

would flaxseed oil combust inside my body?

Accepted Answer

No: Life's difficult enough without people trying to frighten you in this way.

Question 10

i was wondering is flaxseed oil good or bad for you?

Accepted Answer

No magic: This has been promoted as a 'superfood' which is simply made up. Food choices have much less impact on your overall health than does staying physically fit, eating a sensible and balanced diet, avoiding tobacco and illegal drugs, using alcohol wisely if at all, and learning good living skills and working hard. You're right to care about your health, but the key's not on the dinner plate.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Does flaxseed oil make you gain weight

A member asked:

How exactly does flaxseed oil help gain weight?

A member asked:

Is primrose oil causes weight gain?

A member asked:

Can taking flaxseed oil make yu put on weight?

A member asked:

Is it helpful if i used flaxseed oil supplements to lose weight?

A member asked:

Which is better for weight loss: flaxseed oil or fish oil?

A member asked:

What do you suggest if the stress seemed to get to me. has anyone used flaxseed oil supplements and lost weight?

A member asked:

Since i started taking fish oil, flaxseed oil, and evening primrose oil, i have gained 15 lbs. i also have hypothyroidism.

A member asked:

What are the benefits of flaxseed oil?

A member asked:

Would flaxseed oil combust inside my body?

A member asked:

I was wondering is flaxseed oil good or bad for you?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?