A comprehensive review of the health benefits of flaxseed oil in relation to its chemical composition and comparison with other omega-3-rich oils

A comprehensive review of the health benefits of flaxseed oil in relation to its chemical composition and comparison with other omega-3-rich oils

Abstract Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum L) is an ancient perennial plant species regarded as a multipurpose plant owing to its richness in omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) including α-linolenic acid (ALA). The extensive biochemical analysis of flaxseed resulted in the identification of its...

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Main Authors: Somaia Al-Madhagy, Naglaa S. Ashmawy, Ayat Mamdouh, Omayma A. Eldahshan, Mohamed A. Farag
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-07-01
Series:European Journal of Medical Research
Subjects:
Linum usitatissimum
Flaxseed oil
Analysis
Omega 3
Health benefits
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40001-023-01203-6

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s40001-023-01203-6

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