Does Flax Seed Oil have an effect on cholesterol levels?
Yes. Omega-3 EFAs tend to balance cholesterol levels in the blood and are known to lower LDL (bad) cholesterol levels while effectively raising HDL (good) cholesterol levels. Cholesterol plays an important function within the body as the starting point for the production of bile, sex hormones and vitamin D, as well as serving as part of the structural support of cell membranes. By providing the raw material needed for the body to create HDL cholesterol you are taking an active role in improving your health and reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes that can result from high LDL cholesterol levels.
