Does flaxseed oil increase plasma adiponectin level in rats?
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What is linseed oil?
Linseed oil, also known as flaxseed oil or flax oil (in its edible form), is a colourless to yellowish oil obtained from the dried, ripened seeds of the flax plant (Linum usitatissimum). The oil is obtained by pressing, sometimes followed by solvent extraction.
What are flaxseed oil effects?
Other components to contribute to flaxseed oil effects such as antioxidant and anticancer effects asides from PUFAs include tocopherols, beta-carotene, phytosterols and polyphenols. A summary of flaxseed oil effects on the different ailments and the underlying action mechanism is presented in Fig. 5.
What is food-grade flaxseed oil?
Food-grade flaxseed oil is cold-pressed, obtained without solvent extraction, in the absence of oxygen, and marketed as edible flaxseed oil. Fresh, refrigerated and unprocessed, linseed oil is used as a nutritional supplement and is a traditional European ethnic food, highly regarded for its nutty flavor.