Are all flax seed oils the same? Not all flax seed oils are the same. One of the biggest differences is whether the oil is organic or not. There are groups and associations that assure the consumer that the products they are purchasing are 100% certified organic. Two certifying associations are; Quality Assurance International and the Organic Crop Improvement Association. They certify that growing, fertilizing and harvesting practices of organic flax seed are done to the organic standards. Trying to confirm that a product is organic after the fact in a laboratory or
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Flax seed oil helps lubricate the digestive system and softens the skin, reducing the appearance of wrinkles. Flax seed is packed with oils, fibers and protein that supply your body with essential fatty acids (EFAs), notably omega 6 (linoleic acid) and omega 3 (linolenic acid) fatty acids. Your body uses EFAs through hormone production, the metabolism of vitamins and protection at the cellular level. The lignans from flax seed hulls help control blood sugar and insulin, thereby reducing the risk of diabetes. Flax seed oil has also been shown to be helpful in reducing "bad" cholesterol. Deficiencies in EFAs have
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