Because the hormone-balancing lignans and plant estrogens (phytoestrogens) in Flax Seed Oil help stabilize a woman's estrogen-progesterone ratio, they can have beneficial effects on the menstrual cycle, and relieve the hot flashes of per menopause and menopause. Flaxseed oil may also improve uterine function and thus treat fertility problems. In addition, the essential fatty acids in flaxseed oil have been shown to block production of prostaglandins, hormone like substances that, when released in excess amounts during menstruation, can cause the heavy bleeding associate with endometriosis.
High-lignan flax oil may be the best choice of Flax Seed Oil, especially for women going through menopause or women at risk for breast cancer. It is currently estimated that as many as one in seven women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime.
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