March 23rd, 2007 | admin

Flax seed or lin seed is used in the production of flaxseed oil or linseed oil, which is used for commercial products like paint and varnish.

The edible seeds are used to treat digestive problems like chronic constipation. It strengthens the digestive tract and repairs any problem associated with misuse of laxatives. Flax seeds also help in maintaining normal blood sugar levels. It promotes cardiovascular health and have certain properties to fight cancer.

Linseed or Flaxseed is seen throughout India. Flax seed oil, leaves and roots are also used as medicinal parts in addition to flax seeds.

Linum Usitatissimum is in the plant family linaceae.