Flax is a good source of omega-3 (ALA) - benefits immune system dysfunction, kidney problems, heart disease and cancer. 1058
Ground seed lubricates the digestive tract, a safe but efficient intestinal cleanser that provides fiber Flax seed should not be used for extended periods of time and adequate water must be taken with it. 862
The linoleic acid found in flaxseed oil may be beneficial for arthritis because it alters how the body breaks down prostaglandins, chemicals involved in inflammation. 601
Dry flaxseeds should be premixed with plenty of water to avoid digestive upsets. Ask your vet about a dosage appropriate to your animals needs.
Plant Description
Folklore, Myths and Legends
History and Traditions
The origins of the use of flax go back into the dawn of history, its fibors have been found a prehistoric archaelogiacal sites. The Latin name for flax means "most useful" and describes this herb well. It's fibers formed the white sails of Homer's Odyssey. North American settlers introduced the plant to this continent, and it now grows wild aross the the northwest and Canada. The fibers of the plant are used to make linen, and the oil from the seeds is one of the best sources of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), a omega-3 fat that is so benefical against inflammation and immune system problems, heart disease and more.
Astrology:
Mercury owns this useful plant. The seed, which is usually called linseeed, is emollient, digestive and ripening. Nicholas Culpeper
Flax flowers were believed in the Middle Ages to be a protection against sorcery. The Bohmians held a belief that seven year old children who dance amoung the flowers will grow up to be beautiful. The plant is under the protection of the Teutonic goddess Hulda, who was held to first teach mortals how to spin and weave. In the New Tesament, if formed the clothing of the Saviour in the tomb, and was plant to which the plague of hail was so disatrous in Exodus.
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Remedies using Flax
Use two tablespoons of flaxseed oil a day, as a salad dressing, or sprinkle the seeds on salad or on top of cereal.
The origins of the use of flax go back into the dawn of history, its fibors have been found a prehistoric archaelogiacal sites. The Latin name for flax means "most useful" and describes this herb well. It's fibers formed the white sails of Homer's Odyssey. North American settlers introduced the plant to this continent, and it now grows wild aross the the northwest and Canada. The fibers of the plant are used to make linen, and the oil from the seeds is one of the best sources of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), a omega-3 fat that is so benefical against inflammation and immune system problems, heart disease and more.
Mercury owns this useful plant. The seed, which is usually called linseeed, is emollient, digestive and ripening. 
Flax flowers were believed in the Middle Ages to be a protection against sorcery. The Bohmians held a belief that seven year old children who dance amoung the flowers will grow up to be beautiful. The plant is under the protection of the Teutonic goddess Hulda, who was held to first teach mortals how to spin and weave. In the New Tesament, if formed the clothing of the Saviour in the tomb, and was plant to which the plague of hail was so disatrous in Exodus. 
