Flax

[This article contains information on medicinal herbalism, read our Medical Disclaimer here.]

I rely on the generosity of my viewers to keep my herbalism database accessible. Consider making a donation if you find it valuable. 

Donate

 Botanical name: Linum usitatissimum

Phytochemistry 

The lignans in flax may improve heart health by reducing lipid and glucose concentrations, lowering blood pressure, and decreasing oxidative stress and inflammation, and may also reduce cancer risk.  

Therapeutic Properties

Hypolipidemic: lower the lipid (fat/cholesterol) level of the blood

Mucilage  

Here’s where I source my flax seeds

Sincerely,

Emilee Wright

A Mercurial Consciousness