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Weight Loss Forum / General Topics / August 2006flax oil?
I don't know too much about flax oil, but the doc reccommended yesterday that my husband take it for his cholesterol. I have heard mention here that it does go bad, so it's best to buy it refrigerated? Where is the best place to buy something like this? Just a typical health/nutrition store, or is it more difficult to find? > I don't know too much about flax oil, but the doc reccommended yesterday > that my husband take it for his cholesterol. I have heard mention here that > it does go bad, so it's best to buy it refrigerated? Where is the best > place to buy something like this? Just a typical health/nutrition store, or > is it more difficult to find? You can get it in liquid or pill form. Whole Foods carries the liquid in the refrigerated section of the natural foods department (not with grocery type foods). Target has the pills with the vitamins. I'm sure that other places carry it as well. My dogs are on it. My golden has allergies and her vet recommended it.  Signaturejmk in NC > I don't know too much about flax oil, but the doc reccommended yesterday > that my husband take it for his cholesterol. I have heard mention here that > it does go bad, so it's best to buy it refrigerated? Where is the best > place to buy something like this? Just a typical health/nutrition store, or > is it more difficult to find? I don't use the flax oil but do use ground flaxseed simply because it's easier to store and has the additional fiber. You can buy either at a health food store. I but the whole flax seeds, store in the fridge and grind about a week's supply at a time. Beverly > > I don't know too much about flax oil, but the doc reccommended yesterday > > that my husband take it for his cholesterol. I have heard mention here that [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] > health food store. I but the whole flax seeds, store in the fridge and > grind about a week's supply at a time. I use flax oil in salad dressings. It definitely has a flavor to it, so it may not appeal to everyone. I like it, though. > I don't use the flax oil but do use ground flaxseed simply because it's > easier to store and has the additional fiber. You can buy either at a > health food store. I but the whole flax seeds, store in the fridge and > grind about a week's supply at a time. > > Beverly Hi there, it's true that grounded seeds are rich of fibres but actually the cholesterol-lowering properties given to flaxseeds are due to Omega 3 which was believed are contained in these seeds. More recent researches have shown that the Omega 3 in flaxseed oil are actually not very bioavailable to the human body. So I would suggest to add Omega 3 to your diet too Jessica Signature-------------------------------------- Tired of being tired all the time? Would you like to have more energy? Then buy USANA excellent vitamins and minerals www.nutritionals4health.usana.com > > I don't use the flax oil but do use ground flaxseed simply because it's > > easier to store and has the additional fiber. You can buy either at a [quoted text clipped - 12 lines] > > Jessica Since I don't have cholesterol problems and already get enough Omega 3 I guess I'll stick with the ground flaxseed. I enjoy the taste of it in my oatmeal. >> > I don't use the flax oil but do use ground flaxseed simply because it's >> > easier to store and has the additional fiber. You can buy either at a [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > guess I'll stick with the ground flaxseed. I enjoy the taste of it in my > oatmeal. yeah, but, Jessica here is an "expert"... oregonchick (not_here@comcat.net) ha scritto: ::: Since I don't have cholesterol problems and already get enough ::: Omega 3 I guess I'll stick with the ground flaxseed. I enjoy the :: yeah, but, Jessica here is an "expert"... And you are a chick(en) aren't you? ;-) >>> > I don't use the flax oil but do use ground flaxseed simply because >>> > it's [quoted text clipped - 23 lines] > > yeah, but, Jessica here is an "expert"... *Qualified* (tm) expert to you missy. Signaturethe volleyballchick > >> > I don't use the flax oil but do use ground flaxseed simply because it's > >> > easier to store and has the additional fiber. You can buy either at a [quoted text clipped - 22 lines] > > yeah, but, Jessica here is an "expert"... My opinion of Jessica doesn't involve the word "expert" :) Anyone who thinks you "must" consume 1500 calories a day in order to be healthy can't be too much of an expert in nutrition. >> >> > I don't use the flax oil but do use ground flaxseed simply because >> >> > it's [quoted text clipped - 32 lines] > Anyone who thinks you "must" consume 1500 calories a day in order to be > healthy can't be too much of an expert in nutrition. Bingo! itzme >> I don't use the flax oil but do use ground flaxseed simply because it's >> easier to store and has the additional fiber. You can buy either at a [quoted text clipped - 12 lines] > > Jessica Are you sure that this statement is true for *ground* flax seed? I agree that whold flax seed is not very bioavailable at all! Signaturejmk in NC > >> I don't use the flax oil but do use ground flaxseed simply because it's > >> easier to store and has the additional fiber. You can buy either at a [quoted text clipped - 18 lines] > -- > jmk in NC This article has info on omega 3 in ground and whole flaxseed. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/flaxseed/AN01258 >I don't know too much about flax oil, but the doc reccommended yesterday >that my husband take it for his cholesterol. I have heard mention here >that it does go bad, so it's best to buy it refrigerated? Where is the >best place to buy something like this? Just a typical health/nutrition >store, or is it more difficult to find? We buy the seeds and use the cheap 1cup coffee grinder (not used for coffee, of course) to grind the seeds. Put them on salads, and all kinds of other things. >>I don't know too much about flax oil, but the doc reccommended yesterday >>that my husband take it for his cholesterol. I have heard mention here [quoted text clipped - 5 lines] > coffee, of course) to grind the seeds. Put them on salads, and all kinds > of other things. What benefit do you see from it? Is it apparent, or you just know it's good for you. I bought Juergen the cold pressed refrigerated oil today, and flax seeds preground. I tasted both - they have a nice flavor. >>>I don't know too much about flax oil, but the doc reccommended yesterday >>>that my husband take it for his cholesterol. I have heard mention here [quoted text clipped - 9 lines] > good for you. I bought Juergen the cold pressed refrigerated oil today, > and flax seeds preground. I tasted both - they have a nice flavor. Can't say that I've seen/felt any tangible benefits, although DH showed an interest in trying it because of the Omega 3 and the benefits that can have with his eye issues. The taste wasn't bad and added a decent flavor to lots of things from pancakes/muffins to salads and shakes or oatmeal. I'd throw it in anwhere I could think to. (although I think the daily serving size is 2 tablespoons, so its easy to get it in. (2 tablespoons of seeds, not the oil - I think, you'd have to look that one up) There are few foods out there that I can feel affects from. Salt/sodium in foods is a definate. High sugar and simple carbs will give me headaches, but beyound that I can't really think of anything. >>> I don't know too much about flax oil, but the doc reccommended yesterday >>> that my husband take it for his cholesterol. I have heard mention here [quoted text clipped - 9 lines] > for you. I bought Juergen the cold pressed refrigerated oil today, and flax > seeds preground. I tasted both - they have a nice flavor. For the dogs, the benefit is improved coat. My golden has allergies and her vet suggested flax oil supplement to help keep her skin in good shape to help her out. The benefit is noticable. For people, the regular omega-3 fatty acid benefits from the oil and fiber if you grind it. I have found that ground flaxseed is good in muffins in addition to the usual oatmeal suggestions that I see here. The nutty flavor was a nice addition. Note that flax oil should not be used for cooking (no sauteeing!) because the heat can destroy the benefits. It can be used in baking and, of course, salad dressings. Flax oil can lower LDL cholesterol Signaturejmk in NC How do you give it? oil form? on the food? Grace (my dog) has skin issues and someone suggested this to me, but I haven't had any "second opinion" about it. Either way would work, Grace is the only animal I've ever had who don't mind taking pills. Will~ >>>> I don't know too much about flax oil, but the doc reccommended >>>> yesterday that my husband take it for his cholesterol. I have heard [quoted text clipped - 22 lines] > > Flax oil can lower LDL cholesterol > How do you give it? oil form? on the food? > [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > Either way would work, Grace is the only animal I've ever had who don't mind > taking pills. I give my cat cod liver oil (for his skin - he gets dandruf on his little tail stump) by puncturing a capsule and squirting it on some wet food. >> How do you give it? oil form? on the food? >> [quoted text clipped - 8 lines] > little tail stump) by puncturing a capsule and squirting it on some wet > food. That's probably the easiest way.. Thanks! Will~ I give it in capsules with their breakfast. > How do you give it? oil form? on the food? > [quoted text clipped - 30 lines] >> >> Flax oil can lower LDL cholesterol Signaturejmk in NC I wonder if that would work with Grace.. since she will take pills.. hummmm Will` >I give it in capsules with their breakfast. > [quoted text clipped - 34 lines] >>> >>> Flax oil can lower LDL cholesterol > I don't know too much about flax oil, but the doc reccommended yesterday > that my husband take it for his cholesterol. I have heard mention here [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > or > is it more difficult to find? Hi there, in my opinion as a qualified nutritionist the best oil for lowering colesterol is actually extra virgin olive oil. Also it is non-sense to avoid eggs since our body cannot absorb cholesterol directly from food Jessica Signature-------------------------------------- Tired of being tired all the time? Would you like to have more energy? 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