Blackmores Flaxseed Oil Caps

Blackmores Flaxseed Oil 1000mg is a source of beneficial omega-3,6, and 9 fatty acids, in particular it is a rich source of omega-3 containing 60% alpha-linolenic acid. Flaxseed is a vegetable source of omega-3 essential fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), the parent fatty acid of all omega-3 fatty acids such as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). The essential fatty acids in flaxseed oil are part of the basic building block of cell membranes and a good source of energy. Flaxseed oil may contribute to the reduction of inflammation by providing a building block of anti-inflammatory biochemicals and by decreasing the inflammatory effects of excess omega-6 fatty acid linoleic acid (LA) so abundant in vegetable oils. ALA may also reduce platelet aggregation.

All important for maintaining good heart health Blackmores' Flaxseed Oil 1000mg is: Pure & organic (utilising organic flax); Vegetarian friendly (using vegetarian capsules); High percentage of omega-3's (60%); Cold- pressed.

How it works: Flaxseed is a vegetable source of omega-3 essential fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), the parent fatty acid of all omega-3 fatty acids such as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). The essential fatty acids in flaxseed oil are part of the basic building block of cell membranes and a good source of energy. Flaxseed oil may contribute to the reduction of inflammation by providing a building block of anti-inflammatory biochemicals and by decreasing the inflammatory effects of excess omega-6 fatty acid linoleic acid (LA) so abundant in vegetable oils. ALA may also reduce platelet aggregation. All important for maintaining good heart health.

Adults - As an anti-inflammatory: Take 2 to 4 capsules 3 times daily, or as professionally prescribed. Children (from 6 years to 12 years) - Take 1 to 2 capsules daily (prick and squeeze into milk or juice), or as professionally prescribed. Children (under 6 years) - Only as professionally prescribed.

Linseed Oil (Flaxseed Oil) containing Linolenic acid 600mg.

Contraindicated with allergy to Linaceae (the flax family of plants). Use only as directed.