Linseed oil on an empty stomach: from what helps and how to drink?

For many centuries in Russia, flax was one of the leading crops.He is valued and honored even now, in this age of high technology. One of the most valuable properties of this plant crop is the fact that the famous healing linseed oil is obtained from flax seeds. This inexpensive, but valuable product has a number of properties due to which the condition of the human body is improved. Flaxseed oil is taken by adults and children for therapeutic and prophylactic purposes.

Flaxseed oil is a product of cold-pressed flax seeds. The finished unrefined oil has a golden color with sediment content. The degree of quantitative content of suspended matter in the form of sediment depends on how well the initial raw material component was used for pressing the oil. The method of cold pressing of oil makes it possible to save in the production process all the valuable and beneficial substances contained in flax seeds. This vegetable natural product is used in cooking, used in medicine, and is also added to the prescription composition of cosmetics that care for the skin of the face and body, as well as hair.

In order to improve and prevent the development of certain diseases, flaxseed oil is consumed in liquid form or used in capsules. Capsule pharmacological form of release is considered the most convenient to use for the reason that the dosage of the drug in this case is the most accurate way. In addition, flaxseed oil may have a bitter or slightly fishy taste - this circumstance may not please everyone, especially children. If you take the oil in capsules, the discomfort can be completely avoided. Capsules are composed of glycerol-containing components and gelatin, they are easily swallowed and dissolved in the stomach, releasing the active substance for absorption by the body.

Linseed oil in capsule release form is protected from the oxidation process. The fact is that when it comes into contact with oxygen, the product quickly oxidizes and changes its properties. Those who accept liquid oil need to know that after opening a hermetically sealed bottle, the shelf life of the product begins, since the process of contact of the oil with oxygen in this case cannot be avoided. For this reason, buying large containers with oil, as well as storing opened bottles with it for a long time is impractical.

The basis of the oil obtained from flax seeds is tocopherols (vitamin E and its derivatives) and Omega 3-6-saturated fatty acids. In addition, the product contains vitamins K and B4, as well as mineral components - calcium, zinc and phosphorus. The benefits of the use of this product, according to doctors of various fields of medicine, for the human body is beyond doubt. Throughout life, every person needs an additional source of fatty acids necessary to support the processes of vital activity, and flaxseed oil is one of these natural and accessible sources.

The oil obtained from flax seeds is useful and appropriate for therapeutic and prophylactic purposes to take in different cases.

Consider the most basic of its properties.

• The product stimulates the active work of liver cells, adjusts the secretory activity of the pancreas, and also improves the digestive processes and digestibility of food in the stomach and intestinal tract.
• It is an active prophylactic agent with a tendency to constipation, improves the condition of the intestinal mucous membranes in case of inflammatory diseases, increases intestinal motility and favors a soft removal of toxins from the body naturally.
• It has the anti-parasitic effect on worms.
• It improves metabolism and speeds up metabolic processes, thus being a preventive drug against hypertension.
• It reduces cholesterol in the bloodstream, and also prevents the deposition of cholesterol in the walls of blood vessels, by increasing the elasticity of vascular tissue.

• It is a tool to combat thromboembolism, significantly reduces blood viscosity, and prevents the formation of blood clots.
• It protects the heart muscle from the development of ischemic foci, stimulates its rhythmic and uninterrupted work.
• Stimulates the work of all endocrine glands of internal secretion.
• It improves blood sugar levels in patients with diabetes mellitus, and also contributes to the breakdown of lipids and weight loss.
• It contributes to the normalization of hormonal background and stimulates the work of the genital endocrine glands. In men, it improves the function of potency and increases fertility.
• It activates the brain, increases stamina to strong mental and psycho-emotional stress, improves memory, increases the speed of transmission of nerve impulses in the central nervous system.
• Accelerates the processes of tissue regeneration, improves elasticity and skin turgor, nourishes and moisturizes the epidermal layers of the skin.
• It has the ability to increase the body's resistance to various adverse factors, increases immunity and improves the general condition of organs and systems.

Nutritionists consider flaxseed oil to be a very high-calorie product, thanks to which the human body is able to quickly recover from exhaustion, long-term illnesses and surgery. There are 887 calories per 100 grams of product, therefore the use of flax seed oil should be strictly according to its intended purpose and dosed.

Linseed oil is referred to as a dietary supplement, which is consumed in food. However, this product, in addition to its use, may be harmful to the body in some cases. Side effects may be caused by excessive dosage of the product or individual characteristics of your body. In addition, flaxseed oil may not have the desired effect even if its shelf life has expired or the product has not been properly stored. To prevent such a situation, it is recommended to familiarize yourself with contraindications to the use of the product before starting oil therapy.

Linseed oil is contraindicated for use in the following cases:

• in acute conditions, inflammatory and infectious processes in the liver, pancreas and gall bladder (hepatitis, pancreatitis, cholecystitis and others);
• in the presence of stones in the bile ducts and gall bladder;
• in hemophilia (a disease associated with impaired blood clot formation and reduced blood clotting capacity);
• when breastfeeding due to the fact that the oil can change the taste of breast milk and the child can refuse to use it;
• with a tendency to intestinal disorders, accompanied by diarrhea;
• in case of individual allergic reaction to this product.

Reviews of specialists in the field of gastroenterology, as well as their patients, indicate that the effectiveness of oil from flax seeds largely depends on whether it is taken correctly.This product gives the greatest effect to the body if it is taken on an empty stomach in the morning. Take oil inside can be in liquid form or in the form of capsules.

At one time, one teaspoon of oil for children and one tablespoon for adults are used. The oil produced in capsules has a dosage of 300 mg, 700 mg or 1350 mg. From the age of 14 years, the oil is taken on the basis of 1200-1400 mg per day. The duration of admission can be from one to two or even three months, after which a break is required. The number of such courses per year may be 2-3, the frequency of application will help you determine your doctor based on the needs of your body in polyunsaturated fatty acids.

It is more expedient to take oil on an empty stomach, half an hour before meals. Do it twice a day - in the morning and in the evening. After taking the oil it needs to be washed down with water. To improve the aftertaste, some people wash down the oil with water and honey and lemon juice.

There is a medical opinion that after a ten-day course of taking oil from flax seeds the body is completely saturated with fatty acids and this volume is quite enough to maintain the efficiency of organs and systems at the proper level during the next month. In the process of applying the oil, acceleration of healing of erosive and ulcerative processes on the mucous membrane of the stomach and intestines was often observed. In addition, it is noted that those who regularly take this plant product inwards are not at risk of constipation and intestinal atony.

Nutritionists advise taking flaxseed oil not only as a standalone product., but also add it to cereals, salads and other dishes, but with the proviso that the finished product will not be subjected to heat treatment. Especially useful to take this dietary supplement for pregnant women. Dosage for expectant mothers is one or two tablespoons per day. The oil will be useful not only for the woman’s body, but will also become a valuable nutrient for the developing fetus. You can take the oil from the first days of pregnancy, but in the last month the dosage should be halved, as the product may provoke an early premature labor process.

Cosmetologists advise to use flaxseed oil not only inside, but also externally, lubricating their hair and skin of the body and face. The product has good nutritional and antioxidant properties and is part of a wide variety of cosmetic masks. Especially important is the use of flax seed oil for mature skin - after regular use of it, many women have noted the effect of rejuvenation and improvement of skin properties. Hair masks using this herbal product will help restore hair after chemical effects, as well as after a long stay in the sun.

Flax seed oil is a rather delicate product. Its shelf life in an airtight container is 18 months, but only subject to certain rules. The fact is that the product is destroyed under the influence of ultraviolet sunlight, under the influence of high temperatures, as well as upon contact with oxygen. And if the oil is quite a real task from sunlight and high temperatures, then it is unlikely to be able to protect it from contact with oxygen. For this reason, the oil produced in capsules has all chances to be stored in proper form. If you buy oil in glass containers - try to choose a volume of product that you can consume during the month, and also pay attention to the fact that the container should be made of dark glass.

After you have opened the container with oil - from this moment begins the countdown of its useful life., since the product has already come into contact with oxygen. Try to minimize the time of contact of the oil with air - do not hold the container open, but immediately close it with a tight lid. The best place to store this product is the refrigerator. Flaxseed oil of any packaging is stored at a temperature not exceeding five degrees of heat in a dark place.

If you feel a rancid taste while consuming the oil or notice a change in its color, this means that the shelf life of the product is over and that it is unsafe for health.

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