In traditional medicine, flax seed is used as a cure against inflammation of nose tissue and membrane (chronic rhinosinusitis), stomach and intestines. In case of digestion problems, you should consume two spoons daily.
The content makes the flax similar to wild mallow.
The flax seed oil produces best results when treating dry skin (it prevents early aging), constipation and reduces the inflammation of the respiratory, digestive and urinary system.
Use: flax seed should be ground in order to use up all the curative properties. It can be added to salads, corn flakes, muesli, cookies, bread or baked goods.