Flax is a truly wonderful plant, applicable in various fields. First of all, of course, fabrics were always made from it and clothes were sewn, which was indispensable in the heat, saved from increased sweating and scabies. And from it they get the most valuable oil, used not only for food purposes. The use of flax seeds in medicine has been known for a very long time, because this unique plant is suitable both for the prevention of a number of diseases and for their treatment. It must be said that flax seeds contain complete protein, fiber, carbohydrates and fats, organic acids, fatty oils, pectins, a number of vitamins (vitamin C, carotene, vitamins F and U) and trace elements (aluminum, zinc, iron, chromium)., nickel, calcium, potassium, boron, iodine, selenium and manganese). Thanks to this, they have a healing effect.
The use of flax seeds is very wide. According to folk medicine,they cure gastritis, gastric and duodenal ulcers, cough (acts as an expectorant mixture), constipation and colitis. A compress of them helps with boils and abscesses, has a slight analgesic effect. Thus, this product has an anti-inflammatory, wound healing, expectorant, bactericidal, emollient and laxative effect.
The use of flax seeds also takes place in cooking. Usually they are simply crushed and taken with plenty of water; no pre-soaking is necessary. It can be added to porridge, salads, pastries, consumed with fermented milk products, honey and even jam. However, for medicinal purposes, its amount and form of application should be determined only by a doctor. You should also properly store (you can just in the refrigerator in an airtight container or bag) flax seed.
The use of this remedy for constipation is quite effective due to a slight laxative effect. In addition, flax seed reduces blood sugar levels, improves digestion (together with strengthening the immune system and lowering blood pressure), serves as a prevention of heart disease, blood clots and cancer. Due to the mucus that flax seeds are saturated with, they help reduce inflammation, regulate liver function, and cure diseases of the digestive tract. In addition, this product prevents tumors from developing in the body, improves vision and brain activity, and cleanses the body of heavy metals. Its participation in cholesterol and fat metabolism, anti-aging effecton the skin make flaxseed a truly unique product. The fatty oils it contains help regenerate tissues.
Flax seed, the use of which in medicine has long been known, has a number of contraindications. First of all, it should not be consumed in large quantities, as excess flaxseed oil is not good for the liver. In addition, a person may not tolerate this product, and instead of benefit, the seeds will only do harm, causing bloating, flatulence, and diarrhea. Due to their strong choleretic effect, they can only be taken with great caution by people suffering from gallstones and kidney stones. The use of flax seeds is contraindicated during pregnancy and feeding the baby, as well as with intestinal obstruction and exacerbations of cholecystitis. In addition, this product may cause allergies.
