Flaxseed and Primose Oil?
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Flaxseed and Primose Oil?
| Wed, 07-28-2004 - 5:46pm |
Ok, I admit I'm a lurker. I am also 28 yrs old. Does that count on this board? lol
Well, I have question fo ryou folks. I was reading that someone had some relief from their monthly visit by taking flaxseed oil and primrose oil. Can someone tell me all the details about this? I have SEVERE symptoms every month. I try to increase my soy intake which curbs some of it but not all.
Thanks for your help. Beth

~Cher
Hi Beth- and welcome (you spring chicken you)!! As Cher said- stay, we don't mind at all!
I did find some information on flaxseed and primrose oil- I'm not pasting the whole article, just some of it:
Health Benefits
The essential fatty acids in flaxseed oil are its key healing components. EFAs are particularly valuable because the body needs them to function properly, but can't manufacture them on its own. Essential fatty acids work throughout the body to protect cell membranes, keeping them efficient at admitting healthy substances while barring damaging ones.
One of the EFAs in flaxseed oil--alpha-linolenic acid--is known as an omega-3 fatty acid. Like the omega-3s found in fish, it appears to reduce the risk of heart disease and numerous other ailments. Flaxseed oil is an excellent source of omega-3s: Just 1 teaspoon contains about 2.5 grams, equivalent to more than twice the amount most Americans get through their diets. Flaxseeds also contain omega-6 fatty acids in the form of linoleic acid; omega-6s are the same healthy fats found in vegetable oils.
In addition, flaxseeds are a rich source of lignans, substances that appear to positively affect hormone-related problems. Lignans may also be useful in preventing certain cancers and combating specific bacteria, fungi, and viruses, including those that cause cold sores and shingles. When taken in ground form, flaxseeds provide an extra fiber boost, easing the passage of stools and benefiting the digestive tract in multiple ways.
Specifically, flaxseed oil (and flaxseeds) may help to:
There are other benefits too, and are on the original page-
Dosage Information
Special tips:
--Liquid flaxseed oil is the easiest form to use, although it must be kept refrigerated.
--Capsules containing flaxseed oil are convenient for traveling, but can be quite expensive in comparison to the liquid form. Also, a large number of capsules--approximately 14 containing 1,000 mg of oil each--are needed to get the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of oil.
--If using ground flaxseeds, just add 1 or 2 tablespoons of to an 8-ounce glass of water and mix.
General Interaction
There appear to be few if any drug or nutrient interactions with flaxseeds (or their oil). Because flaxseed may interfere with the absorption of certain medicines, however, it's a good idea to consult your doctor if you are already on medication and want to take it in any form.
Possible Side Effects
Cautions
This is the link- http://www.wholehealthmd.com/refshelf/substances_view/1,1525,783,00.html
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So, how much do you take exactly of each?
I take 2 TBS in with my morning protein shake while I am putting on my makeup and then I take 14 of the pills throughout the day, I haven't figured out how to get that last tablespoon in, once I do, then I won't take the pills and will just have the pills for trips and stuff that isn't easy to lug around a bottle of oil and a blender. LOL
I take the primrose oil the week before and during my period. You should NOT take primrose oil if you are trying to conceive or are pregnant.
Is there a difference in Evening Primrose Oil and Primrose Oil, or are they the same??
The reason I ask is because while I was pregnant with my daughter six years ago, my midwife suggested I take Evening Primrose Oil to help soften the cervix towards the end of the last trimester. Nothing happened, and I really can't tell you if it helped. She came out very happy and healthy. I did not use any drugs and had a very nice memorable natural birthing experience. What are the findings for not taking this supplement while you are pregnant or trying to conceive?
Evening Primrose Oil (EPO) lowers cholesterol, helps to alleviate pms and most importantly here, aids in the production of fertile quality cervical fluid. EPO is an essential fatty acid that contains gamma linolenic acid (GLA). It is converted to a hormone-like substance called prostaglandin E1 which has anti-inflammatory properties and may also act as a blood thinner and blood vessel dilator. The anti-inflammatory properties help people suffering from rheumatoid arthritis. We want to discuss the effects EPO has on pms and cervical fluid.
If you suffer from pms - this is a sign that you are deficient in the fatty acid contained in EPO. EPO can help the body to alleviate the pms symptoms. EPO does a world of good in treating aliments of all sorts.
EPO helps the body to produce more fertile quality cervical fluid also known as "egg white cervical mucus." This is because fertile cervical fluid is thin, watery, clear and "stretchy" and easily aids the sperm to swim through the uterus and into the fallopian tube, and to the egg. If there is a lack in this type of cervical fluid, it can impede and/or prevent fertilization. Some women are very dry, and have problems in producing an adequate amount of fertile quality cervical fluid. Drinking a lot of water and taking the EPO can certainly help in the production of fertile cervical fluid. Also, this type of fluid helps the sperm to stay alive for up to five days inside the fallopian tube, thus enabling conception to happen even if you don't have intercourse again by the time ovulation occurs.
EPO should only be taken from menstruation to ovulation. This is because EPO can cause uterine contractions in pregnancy. The dosage taken should be 1500mg to 3000mg per day. I usually took around 2000 mg of EPO. Since essential fatty acids are necessary, you can take flax seed oil in place of EPO after ovulation. This may be taken throughout pregnancy. Check the label to see the correct dosage.
There are many remedies out there to help with fertility, but few are as good as EPO. EPO is excellent for women because of the help it gives in alleviating pms symptoms, and even menopausal women can benefit from taking it. I have heard of many praises to EPO and the fact that it definitely increases the fertile type cervical fluid. This may take a month or two to build up, and produce the results you are looking for. It is imperative that you chart your fertility symptoms and signs, so you can know when you have ovulated. By knowing this information, you can discontinue the EPO after ovulation and start the flax seed oil. Unless you are very regular, charting your fertility signs is the best tool to determine where you are in your cycle.