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Is it dangerous to a baby if i eat flax meal while breastfeeding?

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Flax breastfeeding: Flax seed meal is probably safe during breastfeeding as long as you don't take more than a normal supplemental amount of 2 tablespoons or so. Too much can decrease breastmilk supply due to estrogen effect. It can be a good healthy source of brain healthy fats, however, and is recommended on several health forums.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/17/2015

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