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Is flaxseed oil good for my heart?

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Not really: Flax seeds have short chain fatty acids. We thrive on medium land long chain fatty acids. And while we can convert short chain to medium chain, that system is very ineffective and slow. But its better than nothing if you are a vegetarian.

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Answered 3/20/2013

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