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Flaxseeds for Sensitive Skin

Instead of treating sensitive skin topically, with lotions and creams, why not treat it from the inside out—with diet? About half of the American population says they have sensitive skin, defined loosely as “tingling, chafing, burning,” itching sensations when exposed to various environmental factors. A similar high prevalence has been reported throughout Japan and Europe—especially…


Flaxseed and Flaxseed Oil

Background Flaxseed has had a variety of health and industrial uses. Hippocrates wrote about flaxseed being a laxative; North American pioneers made flaxseed dressings for cuts and burns. Fiber from the plant is made into linen, and oil from its seeds is used in paints, among other products. Today, flaxseed and flaxseed oil are promoted…