Successfully created it…but ran into some “issues” I didn’t anticipate. No matter…I overcame them. 
The best “strainer” (for me) to strain the flax seed was a flour cloth.
WARNING:
Flax seed does have the potential to be toxic. It contains substances called “cyanogens” which can be converted to cyanide with additional chemicals and converts in the body into a chemical called, “thiocyanate”. In very high blood concentrations for long periods of time it can adversely affect the thyroid.
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I am having flax seed oil daily. I want to know the real health benefits of this seed oil?
The flax seed oil have the following advantages,
It can reduce the Cholesterol level.
It also reduces blood pressure.
It also Soften dry skin.
It can protect you from cardiovascular disease.
It prevents you from kidney problems.
Decrease menopause symptoms.
Flaxseed oil benefits the body by promoting higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids, which are used for essential brain and hormone function. Add cold-pressed flaxseed oil to salads or smoothies with health information from a registered dietitian and licensed nutritionist in this free video on healthy eating.
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flax seeds contain omega-3 fatty acids and they are very good for you. you should consume 1-2 tbsp of flax seeds per day you can add it to oatmeal,salads,cereal,smoothies,casseroles…etc
p.s make sure you grind it before eating it because if you dont you’ll only get the fiber and wont get the omega-3
Learn how to grind flax seed for a healthy pancake recipe in this free breakfast food cooking video.
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While the earliest Greek and Roman writings refer to the healing properties of flax as far back as 650 BC, the emperor Charlemagne considered flax so important to health that he passed regulations requiring its use.
But flax seed didn’t make its way to North America until the early 1600s. With World War I, flax demand increased as its oil—linseed oil—was used to produce products for home and industrial use.
After World War II and throughout the 50s and 60s, the use of oil-based coatings and linoleum—both derived from flax seed—grew significantly. Flax seed was also introduced into the diet.
Today, flax breads and other baked goods containing flax are available. And farmers and breeders now feed flax to their livestock to keep their coats healthy and to improve digestion.
Flax seed typically consists of about 40% fat, 28% dietary fiber, 21% protein, 4% ash, and 6% carbohydrates in the form of sugars, phenolic acids, lignans, and hemicellulose. Because of its healthy nutritional profile, flax seed has been the subject of extensive research over the past 50 years which shows numerous health benefits of flax seed.
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I have grief-induced depression that my doctor doesn’t think is serious enough for antidepressants but should be treated, and she suggested taking fish oil everyday because apparently it’s been helpful for teens who are mildly depressed. The problem is that I am a vegan, so I don’t want to take fish oil, especially since they come in gelatin capsules. I’d like to take flax oil instead, but I don’t know if it would be beneficial. Please let me know. Thanks! : )
Most nutritionists and doctors who are carnivores maintain that fish oil is superior to flax oil for omega 3. Most forms of the oil are available in liquid form as well as capsules. So the liquid form would avoid the gelatin problem. Regarding your vegan beliefs, you will just have to follow your heart and spirit.
If you try flax or fish oil, I highly recommend Barlean’s brand as one of the best. Also, for depression, pay more attention to getting high levels of EPA than DHA in your oil. The former is more for emotional issues, while the latter is more for physical stuff. At least, that is what I read somewhere.
Remember that you can get omega 3 in foods. Here is an interesting site. http://ezinearticles.com/?Foods-Containing-Omega-3-Oils&id=475518
Plus here is a huge link for finding omega 3 in foods.
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&rlz=1T4DKUS_enUS302US302&q=omega+3+foods&btnG=Search
The benefits of flaxseed oil for women include reducing hot flashes in women going through menopause, decreasing the side effects of PMS and reducing cholesterol. Use flaxseed oil to help reduce inflammation from arthritis with advice from a licensed dietitian in this free video on nutritional supplements.
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I heard it improves your nails and hair, if so, how long does it take to work and how much should a person take to get the desired results?
Flax-Seed: I would recommend taking one pill in the morning and one at night. The benefits from flax seed are endless. It is composed of oil, fiber, protein, and mucilage. Its a great source for the good fatty acids such as omega 3 and 6 and also the alpha linolenic acid.
Some of the benefits include reduced cholesterol, blood pressure, arthritis, and skin problems including (acne, eczema, and psoriasis) it also helps in the digestive tract to help keep you regular.
Here is a link to a website with more detail information in it. But if your looking for an easy way to improve your life, take some flax-seed!!
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=81
Flax seed is a great source of Omega-3s, antioxidants, fiber, and protein. Kitchen Spaces and the Flax Council of Canadas Kelley Fitzpatrick give a terrific overview of some of the many health benefits of flax seed, where it comes from, and how you can take advantage of flax seed in your home
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