Flaxseed oil has long been used by man for various purposes. He was not only eaten and treated for many diseases, but also made masks for face and hair, and even used to breed paints.
Flaxseed oil is very healthy. It cures diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, lowers cholesterol, protects against diabetes, cancer and eliminates allergic reactions. It has a calming effect on the nervous system and improves mood. It is recommended to eat it for weakened patients and children. It is very important to take it during pregnancy, as it contributes to the proper development of the baby.
Flaxseed oil is effective for weight loss. It cleanses the intestines well, improves metabolism and suppresses appetite.
Often, linseed oil is used for external use: it treats burns, inflammatory diseases and even radiation injuries of the skin. When using this product, wrinkles are smoothed, dandruff passes and skin condition improves.
What can explain such an amazing effect of linseed oil?
It's all about its composition. Flaxseed oil contains many vitamins. And it has vitamin F, which is not synthesized by the body, but is very useful for its functioning. In addition, this oil contains a lot of omega3 fatty acids, even more than fish oil. It can be said that linseed oil is the only source of this substance, which is called the elixir of youth.
Many people have a question about where to buy flaxseed oil.
It is best to purchase it at a pharmacy. There is not only pure flax seed oil, but also mixed with wheat, sea buckthorn sprouts , with the addition of minerals. Flaxseed oil with selenium is especially useful, because the lack of this element leads to
visual impairment and rapid aging. But selenium from other products is often poorly absorbed due to disruption of the intestines, for this they combined it with linseed oil. It improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract and promotes the full assimilation of selenium.
Supermarkets are now also selling flaxseed oil. But in order for it to be useful, it must be able to choose the right one. It should be cold pressed, stored in a bottle of dark glass, and the color should be golden brown and transparent. Quality oil should not be bitter. To preserve its useful properties, use it in food without heat treatment, and it is better to store it in the refrigerator.
How to apply linseed oil?
It can be added to cereals, potatoes, salads. Advise him to take at least two to three tablespoons per day.
You can apply this healing product externally.
For the treatment of brittle and split ends, you need to make masks of oil with whipped yolk or with chopped burdock root.
It makes the skin of the face soft and tender, removes wrinkles and moisturizes. For masks, it is most often mixed with honey, yolk or lemon juice.
There are no contraindications for the use of linseed oil. You can take it with the whole family, adding to the food and a variety of pastries.