Flaxseeds
- Jeff Perlman

- Oct 7
- 1 min read

Flaxseeds and flaxseed oils are superfoods that support the immune system, are cholesterol-free, and are natural digestive aids and laxatives.
They are high in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which benefit the Vata dosha and the nervous system and moisturize the body internally and externally.
Ayurvedic Nature:
Bitter, warming, oily, heavy, wet, and slimy. It has a scraping effect on the body and is the go-to alternative to ghee during panchakarma (cleansing).
They build Ojas (the life sap), are Sattvic (pure) in nature, benefit Agni (digestive fires), and can reduce Ama (toxins).
They are high in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which benefit the Vata dosha and the nervous system and moisturize the body internally and externally.
Bio-Medicals:
Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Antiplatelet, anticancer, anti-tussive, cardiac tonic, digestive, diuretic, emmenagogue, emollient, expectorant, galactagogue, hypocholesterolaemic, hypoglycemic, laxative, and lipolytic.



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