User Reviews for flaxseed

I have struggled with cholesterol all my life and my body didn't receive the statin drugs too well so I was led to seek out alternative methods. I use the Barlean's Flax Oil capsules and have been taking 3-4 capsules per day. My cholesterol level dropped from 318 to 280 without prescription meds in a matter of months. In addition to taking the oil, I also increased my fiber intake, cardio workouts and water so diet and exercise definitely plays a significant role in lowering cholesterol! I don't plan to ever take statin drugs because there is a chance of liver damage. Read More Read Less

Calcium supplements prescribed by my doc caused constipation. Using flaxseed has eliminated that problem.

I took 2 TBSP of ground flaxseed a day to help with PMS. Not only did it NOT help with PMS, but it caused me a whole bunch of side effects that took a few days to go away and get over. Side effects included: high anxiety, depression, thoughts of wanting to hurt myself, feelings of gloom & doom, and just overall mental instability. If you google flaxseed, you will see lots of information out there on how it contains phytoestrogens. If you have estrogen dominance in your body, DO NOT take flaxseed. It will make you feel crazy like it did to me! Once I figured out it was the flaxseed making me crazy, I promptly stopped it and felt better in about 3 days. Read More Read Less

My Doctor wanted me to go on statins for high cholesterol and I asked if I could have 2 months to try to lower it by diet. Along with ground flax seed, I added walnuts, cinnamon and blueberriers to my daily oatmeal. My LDL went down 40 pts in the 2 months! No statins for me! My good cholestrol also went up and my BP went down. All in all I'd say it was a success.

Fibers are supposed to help reduce cholesterol- tried taking several singly, none had any effect. Started with 1 heaping spoon of milled chia and milled flaxseed, one rounded spoon of pectin and psyllium, one slightly rounded spoon of guar gum. Cholesterol dropped from 234 to 181 in 6 months. DO NOT start taking these amounts all at once, esp the guar gum. You will have severe gas pains and/or diarrhea. Was taking prescribed colestipol which is really nothing more then a fiber. Had zero effect on cholesterol. Taking any of these by themselves had zero effect. I've been trying for years to bring down high cholesterol without statins. This worked. I'm 58 now, and since first measured at age 38, my cholesterol has never been below 210 until now. I also gave up low fat low cholesterol foods as I started this fiber combination. Use real butter, eat eggs more often, etc. I eat what I like.Read More Read Less

I have joined flaxseed with maca powder and have found this is the only thing that has helped me get through my menopause symptoms. I ground up a couple tablespoons flaxseed along with 1/4 tsp maca powder and include it in my cereal or smoothy once a day. I can now sleep more peacefully without waking in the middle of the night with unpleasant hormone bursts and anxiety.

1 tablespoon ground flaxseed. Seemed to help improve cholesterol and omega 3 some but but omega 3 to omega 6 ratio still not good. Then end joint of each big to began to swell. I stopped ground flaxseed, aspirin, and niacinamide use and swelling improve but didn't go completely away. Started taking flaxseed again with no increased joint problem until I started with flush version of niacin(200 mg) once a day for about a week.

was taking fish oil. Did not work as well as flax seed oil.

I take 2 tblsps ground flax in my cereal every morning. Lost almost 80 lbs in 1 1/2 yrs. Also recommend b12 1000 mg a day. i am bipolar. never left the house until i started taking the b12 and flax. feel amazing. hope this helps someone. like me.

I have a muffin, made with ground flaxseed, every morning for breakfast. It fills me for hours and as an added bonus I empty my bowels every day with no effort. Taste is ok and quick and easy to make.

2 T flax seed twice daily cut hot flashes, moodiness, forgetfulness by 75%!!! Some breast swelling, weight gain (extra 150 c daily) - SO WORTH IT!!! Barcleans FortiFlax

2 T Barleans Fortiflax twice daily; cut hot flashes and moodiness, forgetfulness by 75%!!! Some breast swelling and weight gain possibly...too soon to tell.

2 Tablespoons twice daily of Flax Seed Hot Flashes reduced by 75% Moodiness and forgetfulness decreased Some breast swelling; weight gain...too soon to tell, but may be a minor issue.

It may be psychological but when I drink Flaxseed, as a tea in infussiony, make feel bett, knowing that does not have no artificials ingredientes. I use this herb for to loose weight

I started using whole ground flaxseed for hot flashes and it worked great. Also helped to lower cholesterol along with eating a healthier diet. Lowered cholesterol level by 70 in 12 weeks. I use two tablespoons daily(for years) I keep it in the freezer in a dark container for freshness. Trader Joes has a roasted seed which is easy enough to put in food processor and grind or put in blender as you use it. Bobs Mill has one that is already ground which I am using lately. I put in my protein shake usually with spinach,strawberries almond milk, water and cinnamon. Until your body gets used to it, I would start with a small quantity 1/2 tablespoon and increase in time. I agree that you should check with your doctor before adding anything new to your diet that has effects on your hormones. Initially you may get bloated and have some gas but this all passes. also I am not on any medications and lead an extremely athletic life style. Read More Read Less

I have been using ground flaxseed for about a month. I works great for constipation. It tastes delicious. I love it in my morning smoothy. However, it has caused pressure in my abdomen (stomach) that I didn't initially connect with the flaxseed. I was uncomfortable but there was no pain. I went to the doctor and got a total abdominal MRI to see if there was a structural problem. There was none. I figured out it must be the flaxseed. I'm so disappointed. I think anyone should try it but be aware that if you have discomfort, this may be why. I'm going to stop for a while and, when I feel better, try a smaller amount each day and see if that helps. Otherwise, I'll try the oil.Read More Read Less

My husband has severe artherosclerosis. He has been on many different prescriptions. I started adding ground flax seed to anything I could, and we have seen a moderate change in his cholesterol levels. The one we like best is to substitute ground flax seed for an equal amount of bread crumbs in meat loaf or meat balls. The meat is so moist and absolutely delicious. People have been surprised to find out my "secret" after trying it. We use a local, organic brand called "Bob's Red Mill"