What are the benefits of flaxseed oil?
Some people take flaxseed oil to treat constipation, but the flaxseeds themselves (whole, ground, or those found in baked goods) work better as a laxative, since the seeds (but not the oil) contain soluble fiber. Often, flaxseed oil is claimed to provide numerous cardiovascular benefits, including lowering cholesterol and preventing heart disease. However, there is no reliable evidence to suggest that flaxseed oil is effective for these uses (although flaxseeds, not flaxseed oil, may provide such benefits).
