Ground flax seed? Laxative?

IDreamInColor · Post by **IDreamInColor** » Fri Nov 19, 2010 9:09 pm

I just tried a gf pancake mix, and was reading the ingredients, and one of the main ingredients is ground flax seed. I've always heard of flax seed being a natural laxative, is that true? I hope I just didn't sabotage myself.

Post by **tex** » Fri Nov 19, 2010 9:30 pm

From the Ameriflax website:

Q. Is it true that flax can relieve constipation and even help with weight control?
A. Absolutely. A natural laxative, flaxseed has a perfect balance of soluble and insoluble fiber delivering over 30% of the recommended daily fiber intake in just an ounce. Because of its pleasant, nutty flavor, flaxseed delivers its fiber with a satisfying fullness that can result in better appetite control and weight loss.

http://www.ameriflax.com/default.cfm?page=consumersfaq

Tex

IDreamInColor · Post by **IDreamInColor** » Fri Nov 19, 2010 9:53 pm

UGH!!

JLH · Post by **JLH** » Fri Nov 19, 2010 10:53 pm

Another Buckeye! There are quite a few of us on the PP site.

Oh, yes, before I had soy intolerance, I ate Van's waffles with flax and they did me in BIG time. We were traveling, too.

IDreamInColor · Post by **IDreamInColor** » Fri Nov 19, 2010 11:42 pm

Luckily I only ate one small one, so hopefully the after effects won't be too bad.