Posted by Chloe on April 26, 2002, at 18:52:54
In reply to Flax seed oil- Omega 3 - Chloe, posted by Bekka H. on April 25, 2002, at 23:56:13
> Hi Chloe,
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> Do you take the 1-2 Tbs. of flax oil all at once or do you spread it out throughout the day? Did it really make you elated? I read somewhere that it can cause hypomania in susceptible people.
>
> BekkaBekka,
I do think I got a nice euphoric feeling for about a week of taking 1+ tbs of flaxseed oil. But like all things that make me feel great, they never last! SSRI's, Lamictal both made me feel great, almost too great for a week or so. Then I am usually back to my low self. Until I pop up into hypomanic or hypodysphoria, (my favorite!) for no good or explanable reason. The only things that I know for sure, is if I feel good, I am going to crash eventually...BUT, I do think FSO is having a good effect on my body. And though I don't get the "high" anymore, I do think it calms or soothes my body in some way. Or maybe I just feel healthier eating it? Who knows...
But, I have incorporated the flaxseed oil into my diet. Usually I have it with dinner, but I really can have it any time. And I must say, the oil is so tasty and satisfying, I crave it now.
It is a very light oil (if you get the good stuff!) that you can add to things but you cannot cook with it (like olive oil, for example). Heat breaks down the fat into bad fats, so the oil has to go on top of things that are cooked like vegatables, noodles, breads, cottage cheese, etc or you can make it into a nice salad dressing.My favorite snack or meal is an english muffin toasted with a tbs of flaxseed oil dizzled on the toasted bread, with cottage cheese on top. It's also really good in yogurt + cereal. The nutty flavor adds a nice touch. And since the oil is so light it really doesn't taste "oily" or heavy in any way. I can see why people lose weight when they eat these essential fatty acids. They are very satisfying and make you stop eating and eating because of that unsatisfied feeling.
Oh, BTW, you can also take the capsules. I started off that way. But since I wanted to get at least 5-10Gms of FSO, I found it too expensive and a pain to swallow almost 14 capsules per day...I am glad I took the plunge! I was scared to each straight oil. But I am glad I did. The straight oil is what gave me that high feeling. Didn't ever feel it with the caps...
sbj,
I only use organic cold pressed FSO, that has to be refridgerated. I get it at a local nature/healthfood store, but they do have a website, so I may start ordering it on line. The brand is Barlean's, and they have other oils and products for sale as well (of course!). Their wbesite is www.Barleans.com.
Hope this helps!
Take care
Chloe
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