cold pressed flaxseed oil in herbal extract

Description

Flaxseed Oil— high levels of α-Linolenic acid   

Flaxseed oil also known as linseed oil, is a colorless to yellowish oil obtained from the dried,ripened seeds of the flax plant. Due to its high levels of α-Linolenic acid (a particular form of omega*3 fatty acid), it is used as a nutritional supplement.

Summaries:

1.Linseed oil is a triglyceride, like other fats. Linseed oil is distinctive in terms of fatty acid constituents of the triglyceride, which contain an unusually large amount of α-linolenic acid. Specifically, the constituent fatty acids in a typical linseed oil are of the following types:

·The triply unsaturated α-linolenic acid (*1.9~*5.2%).

·The saturated acids palmitic acid(about 7%) and stearic acid(3.4~4.6%).

·The monounsaturated oleic acid(*8.5~*2.6%).

·The doubly unsaturated linoleic acid(*4.2~*7%).

2.Linseed oil is a slow-drying liquid with good preservative properties and water resistance.

3.Flaxseed oil is derived from the seeds of the linseed plant. It is rich is omega*3 fatty acids, but also contains a high level of magnesium,, copper, zinc and selenium notes Organic Facts. Flaxseed oil is recommended as a supplement, rather than use as a cooking oil. Flaxseed oil is not heat stable and will burn quickly when heat is applied to it.
 

Benifit:

·linseed oil is beneficial in helping to reduce high cholesterol.

·The risk of heart disease is lower in individuals who take flaxseed oil.

·It reduces high blood pressure.

·Some people are afflicted with Sjogren’s syndrome, which is a dryness of the eyes. Flaxseed oil helps to improve this condition.

·Reduce the risk of cancer.

·Aid in the growth of healthy hair and nails.

· Promote healthy skin.

·Reduce menopause symptoms.

• flaxseed oil is used as an ingredient in paints, varnishes, linoleum, and soap; and as a waterproofing.

• In foods, flaxseed oil is used as cooking oil and in margarines, It can be taken directly or it can be used as an ingredient in salads, cereals or cooked vegetables. It can also be mixed with yogurt or combined with a blender drink. 

Storage:

        Note that flaxseed oil can easily break down chemically if exposed to light, heat, or air. Flaxseed oil should be stored in a frosted bottle and protected from heat. It can be stored in the refrigerator.