Psoriasis and Flax Seed Oil WisdomCard™
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Research Notes on Psoriasis and Flax Seed Oil
Although no conclusive evidence exists, many psoriasis sufferers have reported a noticeable decrease in psoriasis symptoms after using flaxseed oil supplements.1 Flaxseed contains amino acids which help to heal inflamed skin such as results from psoriasis or eczema.2 When used topically, flaxseed oil can also soothe irritated skin.3
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- Flaxseed oil can act as an emollient, helping to seal moisture into the skin.3
- A standard supplemental dosage of flaxseed oil is 1-2 tablespoons (or capsules) daily. You should be certain that your physician is aware of your choice to use flaxseed oil supplements, as it can have adverse effects when combined with other medications.4
- Flaxseed oil can interfere with the absorption of other medications, so take it either one hour before or two hours after other medicines.4
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Research Notes References
- ↑ LifeWire (via About.com): Complementary and Alternative Psoriasis Treatments
- ↑ HerbWisdom: Flaxseed Oil
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Herbal Powers: Flaxseed Oil
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 A.D.A.M. (via University of Maryland Medical Center): Flaxseed
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- Last update: Nov. 24, 2009
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- Contributor: Susan Scroggins
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- Redirects: Psoriasis and flaxseed oil, Flax Seed Oil and Psoriasis, Flaxseed Oil and Psoriasis, Using Flaxseed Oil for Psoriasis, Use of flaxseed oil for psoriasis
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