FLAXSEED (Linum usitatissimum)

DESCRIPTION: Flaxseed contains the minerals calcium and potassium. I used Flaxseed religiously to treat my patients who had severe skin problems such as psoriasis and eczema.

POTENTIAL BENEFITS: Flaxseed is a natural gastro-intestinal aid, therefore it is a natural laxative. It has roughage and mucilaginous properties. Flaxseed helps to heal the throat, skin, stomach, bowels and the gastro-intestinal linings. Flaxseed is often used as a poultice or compress and as hot as the individual can stand it when applied to the skin.

POTENTIAL SIDE EFFECTS: None known as this time.

PARTS USED: Seeds

GENERAL USAGE: Flaxseed has been used to treat bronchitis, catarrh, colds and flu symptoms, constipation, eczema, psoriasis, skin conditions, gallstones, heart strengthening, jaundice, liver dysfunction, lung problems, pleurisy, pneumonia, rheumatism and worms.

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