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THE VALUE OF FLAX OIL.....AND EVEN MORE SO FLAX SEEDS
—By Udo Erasmus
Flax oil is
our richest source of the valuable omega-3 fatty acids. At 50-60%, omega-3’s
flax oil contains almost twice as much of these miracle nutrients as do fish
oils, which go up to about 30% maximum of omega-3s. Why do I call omega-3s
miracle nutrients? Because they are the most commonly lacking in our foods; and
providing our bodies with adequate amounts of the essential omega-3s works
wonders for our health.
WHAT CAN FLAX OIL DO?
Research and clinical
experience show that omega-3s have beneficial effects in:
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Heart Disease.
Omega-3s lower high blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels by as much as
25% and 65% respectively. Max Gerson used flax oil for its
cholesterol-lowering effect in his New York clinic. Omega-3s decrease the
probability of a clot blocking an artery in the brain (stroke), heart (heart
attack), lungs (pulmonary embolism) or other organ (peripheral vascular
disease — that is, gangrene). Omega-3s will lower high blood pressure.
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Cancers. Omega-3s
dissolve tumors. Max Gerson used flax oil for this purpose in his clinic.
Dr. Budwig in Germany has over 1,000 documented cases of successful cancer
treatment using flax oil, along with additional nutritional support. She has
been using fresh flax oil successfully in cancer therapy for over 3Oyears
now. More recent research shows that omega-3s kill human cancer cells in
tissue cultures without destroying the normal cells in the same culture,
Breast, lung and prostate cancer-cell lines were studied.
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Diabetes. This
disease, according to Dr. Budwig, has its origin in deficiency of omega-3
(as well as omega-6) fatty acids, and is made worse by concurrent lack of
vitamins and minerals.
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Arthritis. Omega-3s
have been found to be effective in the successful treatment and prevention
of arthritis. Both fish oils and flax oil have been used, more recently,
research using combinations of the omega-3 and -6 fatty acids found that 60%
of rheumatoid arthritics were able to completely discontinue their
non-steroidal anti inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and another 20% were able to
reduce their dosages of NSAID in half.
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Asthma. Flax oil can
relieve asthma noticeably, sometimes within a few days of starting to take
the oil.
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Premenstrual Syndrome.
Many cases of PMS are completely relieved within one month with fresh flax
oil. Vitamins and minerals are also very important.
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Allergies. Omega-3s
help to decrease allergic response. Since the body must be rebuilt, a longer
time is needed before allergies are alleviated. Total nutritional support is
required.
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Inflammatory Tissue
Conditions. Included here are the diseases which end in “itis,” which
include: meningitis, bursitis, tendonitis, tonsillitis, gastritis, ileitis,
colitis, arteritis, phlebitis, prostatitis, nephritis, splenitis, hepatitis,
pancreatitis, otitis, etc., as well as psoriasis and lupus. All of these
inflammatory conditions may be helped by the omega-3s.
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Water Retention.
Flax oil helps the kidneys remove sodium and water. Water retention (edema)
is involved in swollen ankles, some forms of overweight, PMS, and late
stages of cancer and cardiovascular disease.
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Skin Conditions.
Flax oil is famous for its ability to make skin smooth, soft and velvety. It
will also alleviate those skin conditions whose origins are in the lack of
the omega-3s in the diet.
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Vitality. One of the
most noticeable signs of improved heath from the use of flax oil is in
creased vitality, more energy. Athletes notice that their fatigued muscles
recover from exercise more quickly. Omega-3s increase stamina.
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Calmness Under Stress.
Many people find this calming effect of fresh flax oil to be its most
pleasant. Omega-3 fatty acids prevent excess toxic biochemicals, which our
bodies produce under stress.
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Other Conditions.
Flax oil can also be helpful in multiple sclerosis (in places where
essential fatty acid consumption is high, multiple sclerosis is very rare);
omega-3s are required for the development of the brain of the fetus and for
basic function in the adult; omega-3s are necessary for visual function
(retina), adrenal function (stress) and sperm formation; in cystic fibrosis
(omega- 3-containing oils will loosen the viscous mucous secretions and
relieve breathing difficulties); some cases of sterility and miscarriage;
some glandular malfunctions; some behavioral problems (schizophrenia,
depression, manic-depressive disorder, etc.); addictions (to drugs or
alcohol); and pathologically deviant behaviors.
Because they are the
essential nutrients most commonly lacking in North American diet, omega-3s
are recommended for everybody. In order for the ornega-3 fatty acids in flax
oil to unfold their vital functions, the other essential nutrients
(proteins, vitamins and minerals) must also be present in the diet in
adequate amounts.
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