Question 1

how much flax seed do i need?

Accepted Answer

None...: Flaxseed is not something that the body requires to be able to function.  There are some health benefits for flaxseed, though, so eat the amount that is good for you without overeating.

Question 2

how do i take milled flax seed?

Accepted Answer

Let me explain: I sprinkled it on spagetti , i also put it on peanut butter sandwiches, salads and mix it into a gob of peanut butter with chocolate chips.

Question 3

does flax seed offer epa and dha fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

Mostly ALA: Dha and epa are found more in animal products like salmon.

Question 4

help please! is flax seed oil good for type 2 diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Only: If you want to waste your money. Spend your money more wisely on quality food, exrcise and test strips. Don't get your medical information from friends, tv or the internet.

Question 5

how effective is flax seed oil on hot flashes during premenopause?

Accepted Answer

Disagreement: Among experts, but I have not personally found it to be effective, while others state it is. Low dose Clonidine (0.05 mg twice daily) has been more effective in my experience, but doesn't work for everyone.

Question 6

do i understand this correctly : i have a seafood allergy, however it is safe for me to eat ground flax seed?

Accepted Answer

Not related: One can have a seafood allergy and have no problems with flax seeds, or one can have a seafood allergy and have a separate allergy to flax seeds. Flax if grown on a farm, and is not related to seafood. Also, a person with seafood allergy should actually say what kind of seafood, because many many things live in the sea (seaweed, shrimp, scallops, fish, squid, etc...).

Question 7

could too much flax seed be dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Difficult question!: You would have to injest an extrem amount and you might be nauseous and puke. You may experience diarrheat augment bleeding if you have a coagulation problem and are on a blood thinner..  Why would this be done.  From normal doses taken-(2-6g/day), you migh increase bleeding if you have a coagulation problem or are on  blood thinnesr. For normals, few problems with this dose! good nutritional suppo.

Question 8

what is a good way to incorporate flax seed in the diet ?

Accepted Answer

Flax seed: You can use flax seed oil in dressings and toss flax seeds onto salads or other dishes.

Question 9

i've been eating flax seed and that helps, what are some others?

Accepted Answer

Chia: Flaxseeds and chia are 2 good "superseeds" to improve your health. http://otwithmd.com/flaxseed-and-chia-know-these-superseeds/.

Question 10

when should i have flax seed powder for its best and maximum benefits ?

Accepted Answer

Flax in the a.m. is: a good way to start the day.  Flax seed can go rancid and it is best to grind it freshly each day.  I prefer high quality marine fish oil because the fish do the work of converting int EPA and DHA omega 3.  With flax our body needs to do that and some folks can do that better than others.  Peace and good health.

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