Linseed, Flaxseed, whole, organic

Linum usitatissimum L., whole seeds, controlled organic cultivation
Indication
Chronic constipation, inflammation of the mouth, throat and gums, irritable cough, hoarseness, gastritis, softens boils and ulcers.

Use
As a laxative, linseed is crushed or coarsely ground and taken with plenty of liquid (1/4l). Avoid soaking the seeds beforehand (except in the case of inflammation of the intestines), as the swelling of the seeds should first take place in the stomach. The effect is enhanced if the flax seeds are mixed with fruit puree or sweetened with honey, as is lactose in a 1:1 ratio. The dosage is as follows: 2 tablespoons of flax seeds in the morning and 2 tablespoons in the evening. The effect is not usually immediate. In the case of chronic constipation, it can take 2-3 days before the first results are seen. The fatty linseed oil is effective against chapped skin, residual psoriasis, dry skin rashes and painful shingles. Linseed has a soothing effect and supports healing. Linseed oil is also said to be effective against warts (applied twice a day) and corns.