Omega 3 fatty acids are essential for our body. They play an important role in keeping our body healthy. Generally people go for fish oil capsules or fatty fish as the main source of Omega 3 fatty acid. Flaxseed oil benefits the heart, fatty liver conditions, concentration, memory and mental health along with hair, skin and nails.
In case you are vegetarian or even vegan, Flax seed oil is an excellent alternative to fish oil capsules. In this article, you may find the benefits of Omega 3 fatty acids, Deficiency symptoms and My experience.
Some people may have burps that taste bad just like me. I have mentioned how to avoid that later towards the end of the article.:) Hope all this information helps you gain better health.
You may include leafy green vegetables, beans, nuts, flax seed oil, lean meat to get your daily dose of omega 3 fatty acids. I use the below brand which has Omega 3, 6,8, 9 in each capsule. It comes in 30,60 and 90 capsule bottles. You may go for any brand you trust. I bought the 90 capsule bottle as it is for my whole family.
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Deficiency of Omega 3 Fatty acid – Symptoms
- Depression
- Small bumps on upper arms and legs
- Skin peeling on finger tips and heels
- Flaky skin
- Rough patches on skin
- Mood swings
- Dry skin and hair
- Brittle nails
- Dandruff
- Sleeping problems
- Tiredness
- Dry eyes
- Heart disease
- Bone problems like arthritis, Osteoporosis
Flaxseed Oil Benefits
Omega 3 fatty acids has the below benefits,
- Reduces menstrual cramps
- Manages sebum production
- Reduces acne
- Helps with eczema
- Increases collagen production
- Reduces cellulite
- Promotes hair growth
- Helps with symptoms of depression
- Prevents premature ageing
- Protects against sun damage
- Does help with anxiety issues
- Helps sleep better
- Improves eye vision
- Good for fetus during pregnancy
- Better heart health
- Reduces inflammation in the body
- Good for bone health
- Prevents Diabetes and cancer
How Long Does It Take To See Results?
It may take up to 12 weeks to show results
My Experience
I first bought flaxseed oil about 8 eight years ago for menstrual cramps. I included it in my diet along with apple cider vinegar which also has a positive effect on menstrual cramps. As i have a sensitive body, it does not do well with pain killer medications. My tummy hurts and becomes bloated and hence i turned to natural remedies to solve my health problems.
One bottle had 90 capsules. While i was taking these flax seed oil capsules, i noticed that my hair fall reduced and gradually it stopped. It was kind of a miracle for me as i was struggling to curb hair fall. It would not be an exaggeration when i say, Due to severe hair fall my hair volume reduced to half of what it was. 🙁
When i started having flax seed oil, I did not know that omega 3 fatty acids had an influence on hair, nails and skin. I have always had brittle nails but i never tried anything particular to treat this. I was self treating after reading articles on the internet.
It was such a pleasant surprise that fla seed oil helped me more ways than one. But as for the original reason i started having flax seed oil, i had to consult a gynaecologist. After three month medication, the pain was successfully treated. I have already mentioned all about it here
Results
- Hair fall gradually reduced
- Skin changed back from dry to normal
- Improved sleep (But this was due to stress related to work and post delivery lifestyle)
- Reduced tiredness
Cons
- When you burp it tastes/smells terrible.
This does not occur when you have it along with a meal. Have one chapatti/few tablespoon of rice, then take the flaxseed oil or fish oil capsules. Now have the rest of the food.
This is what worked for me. Doing this prevented acidity and burps completely. You may try it too. I am not too sure whether it would work for everybody.
