The Internet is full of mail-order herbal companies. 11 Flax, like other herbals, requires the proper exercise and diet to be effective. Some remedies flax include female disorders, colon problems, inflammation and cancerous tumors. The oil of flaxseed promotes stronger nails, bone, teeth and skin. Not all of these claims have significant testing to prove efficacy.
Flaxseeds are richer in essential fatty acids than fish oil.
The information on the Internet is timely and up to date. Most of the sites refer to primary literature and studies, and there is sufficient scientific literature to support many of the claims on the Internet. Patients considering flax, and other herbal products, should consult their physician. Each person is different and will have different outcomes with flax. There is sound evidence for the use of flax as a means to control or at least help to regulate menstrual cycles.