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How Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?

CONSTITUTIONAL MEDICINE INSIGHTS

If you are constipated, try soaking a teaspoon of flax seeds in warm water for 2 hours. Soaking releases the soluble fiber in flax, which forms a slimy gel that bulks up stools for easy elimination. Its high oil content can lubricate a dry intestinal tract. Drink it before bed. Flax seeds are an excellent source of omega 3 fatty acids.

Cooking Flax Seed

Ground flax seeds are oily and demulcent, which means slimy. They are excellent for thickening broths, savory sauces and dressings. They are great to add to oatmeal, date almond shakes, evening spiced milk. Flax is commonly added to green drinks as a high fiber, bulk laxative.

It's important to note that when eaten whole, the flax seeds will pass whole right into your stool, and you will not receive their benefit. Also, flax oxidizes quickly once it is ground (goes rancid) so it is best to grind your flax seeds in a coffee grinder right before use.

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Medicinal Effects of Flax Seed

Constitutional nutrition systems use biocharacteristics to classify the metabolic nature of food, herbs, lifestyle choices, your body, and disease.

METABOLIC NATURE / BIOCHARACTERISTICS

Metabolic Nature / Biocharacteristics

Ayurveda assesses metabolic imbalances through 20 main biocharacteristics (vital qualtiies). Aggravating them weakens your body and causes imbalance. By knowing which biocharacteristics are habitually imbalanced in your body, you will be able to identify and correct metabolic imbalances before you get sick. Every biocharacteristic has an opposite which balances it (i.e. hot balances cold). You restore balance by favoring diet and lifestyle choices that increase the opposite biocharacteristic.

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GOOEY

ABOUT GOOEY BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Gooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.

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OILY

ABOUT OILY BIOCHARACTERISTIC

In Ayurveda, oily refers to anything moistening. More specifically, oily refers to building substances that increases fat, or are themselves fatty. For example, sugar is Oily.

LEARN MORE ABOUT OILY

AYURVEDA BODY TYPES (DOSHAS)

The Three Doshas / Body Types

Ayurveda is a metabolic theory of medicine that explains individual health, tendencies, and disease patterns through the concept of doshas, which can be understood as your metabolic patterns and tendencies.

Each dosha reflects a distinct metabolic nature and describes strengths & weaknesses in bodily function, and how these affect energy levels, digestion, susceptibility to disease, and many other tendencies.

Your metabolic nature not only affects your physical characteristics, but also influences your mental thought patterns, confidence, and enthusiasm.

Ayurveda balances these metabolic strengths & weaknesses to support your body's vitality and prevent recurrent disease cycles. This support is a critical aid, especially in chronic or incurable disease conditions.

The 3 metabolic body types (doshas), are Catabolic (Vata), Metabolic (Pitta), and Anabolic (Kapha).

Through dosha, Ayurveda empowers people to identify metabolic imbalances early, break repetitive patterns of disease, and cultivate habits that support long-term vitality and well-being.

Ultimately, these metabolic patterns also provide a framework for understanding yourself, including body, mind, and spiritual tendencies.

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PACIFIES
Pitta pacifying Vata pacifying
AGGRAVATES
Kapha aggravating

GREEK MEDICINE / TEMPERAMENTS

The Four Temperaments / Humors

Ayurveda & Greek Medicine were the dominant form of medicine along the Silk Road from England to China and South Asia. They work by assessing your metabolic type, patterns, and nature. Greek medicine recognizes 4 metabolic temperaments, Melancholic, Choleric, Sanguine, and Phlegmatic.

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PACIFIES
CHOLERIC

ABOUT CHOLERIC BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Has a hot and dry metabolic nature. Enthusiastic, vibrant and bright. In excess burns up fluids and ojas, irritable. Corresponds to high bilirubin in the blood that irritates and heats up the body and liver.

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MELANCHOLIC

ABOUT MELANCHOLIC BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Cold and dry with a slow, variable or erratic metabolism. Colicky, tense. Withdrawn, pensive, anxious, and hesitant. Analytical, intelligent, detail oriented and creative. Prone to ojas depletion, dehydration, an overactive nervous system, and depression.

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SANGUINE

ABOUT SANGUINE BIOCHARACTERISTIC

A hot and oily nature with a moderate metabolism and a well nourished body makes Sanguine individuals vigorous, vivacious, outgoing and generous, and prone to impulsivity and self indulgence. Bullish and intense when out of balance.

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AGGRAVATES
PHLEGMATIC

ABOUT PHLEGMATIC BIOCHARACTERISTIC

A Phlegmatic has a cold and wet metabolic nature. The coldness implies a slow metabolism, the moisture that you are well-nourished. Phlegmatics tend towards sluggishness and thickened fluids, including mucus.

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Other Health Virtues

Subtaste:
Crunchy

CRUNCHY

Makes an audible noise when you eat them. Can provide fun texture variation.

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Tissue (dhatu):
Blood Plasma Lymph

BLOOD-PLASMA-LYMPH

Plasma (Rasa Dhatu) includes plasma, white blood cells, and lymph.

SEE ALL 'BLOOD-PLASMA-LYMPH' FOODS / HERBS

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Fat

FAT

Fat tissue (Meda Dhatu) includes adipose tissue and sebum (skin oil).

SEE ALL 'FAT' FOODS / HERBS

Affinity:
Bowel Poop Elimination
Family:
Linaceae

Medicinal Benefits, Uses & Herbal Actions of Flax Seed
Experiences are Personal
Experiences vary according to the person and constitution. Individual results may vary. The list of herbal-actions below has not be approved by the FDA and should not be used to treat a medical condition.

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Digestion:
Appetite Suppressant

APPETITE-SUPPRESSANT

Suppresses hunger without causing weight gain.

SEE ALL 'APPETITE-SUPPRESSANT' FOODS / HERBS

Bowel Health:
High Fiber Laxative

STRONG HIGH-FIBER-LAXATIVE

A class of laxative that adds bulk and water to stools. The large size of the stool stimulates peristalsis so the stool can pass more easily through the colon. It is important to drink plenty of water when using high fiber laxatives, as they can be dehydr

SEE ALL 'HIGH-FIBER-LAXATIVE' FOODS / HERBS

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General Laxative

GENERAL-LAXATIVE

Promotes a bowel movement. General laxative is an umbrella term that refers to several different types of laxatives.

SEE ALL 'GENERAL-LAXATIVE' FOODS / HERBS

Energy Vitality:
Nutritive

NUTRITIVE

An herb that is strengthening and nourishing.

SEE ALL 'NUTRITIVE' FOODS / HERBS

Skin Care & Beauty:
Demulcent

STRONG DEMULCENT

Herbs that coat or form a soothing film over a mucous membrane, relieving minor pain and inflammation of the membrane.

SEE ALL 'DEMULCENT' FOODS / HERBS

Immune System:
Anti Inflammatory

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY

Reduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.

SEE ALL 'ANTI-INFLAMMATORY' FOODS / HERBS

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Immune Calming

IMMUNE-CALMING

Herbs that interrupt an allergic reaction or calm the immune system, useful in allergies and autoimmune conditions.

SEE ALL 'IMMUNE-CALMING' FOODS / HERBS

Heart & Circulation:
Antiplatelet

STRONG ANTIPLATELET

An herb that inhibits clotting, dissolves clots, thins the blood, or destroys platelets, therefore reducing the tendency of blood to form clots. They are useful in cardiovascular disease, clots, and stroke. Aka anticoagulant.

SEE ALL 'ANTIPLATELET' FOODS / HERBS

Kidney & Urinary:
Diuretic

DIURETIC

Herbs that promote urine formation, thereby flushing the kidneys and urinary tract while eliminating any excess water retention. As diuretics reduce water retention, they are often used to reduce blood pressure.

SEE ALL 'DIURETIC' FOODS / HERBS

Weight Loss:
Lowers Blood Sugar

LOWERS-BLOOD-SUGAR

An herb that lowers blood sugar.

SEE ALL 'LOWERS-BLOOD-SUGAR' FOODS / HERBS

Reproductive Health:
Estrogenic

ESTROGENIC

Increases estrogen, helpful in menopause. Estrogen is anabolic and increases muscle growth, bone density, and moisture.

SEE ALL 'ESTROGENIC' FOODS / HERBS

Constituents:
Alpha Linolenic Acid, Essential Fatty Acids, Fats, Omega 3 Fatty Acids,
Phytates

PHYTATES

Phytates prevent absorption of nutrients. They are commonly found in all seeds, including nuts, grains, and beans. Sprouting greatly reduces phytate content, as well as long, slow cooking with vinegar.

SEE ALL 'PHYTATES' FOODS / HERBS

, Protein, Soluble Fiber

Foods with a Similar Nature to Flax Seed

  • Grape

    Grape has these Actions in Common

    Diuretic, Immune-calming, Anti-inflammatory, General-laxative, Nutritive, Antiplatelet, High-fiber-laxative

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  • Barley

    Barley has these Actions in Common

    Appetite-suppressant, High-fiber-laxative, Demulcent, Lowers-blood-sugar, Diuretic, Nutritive

    LEARN MORE

  • Cassava Root / Yuca

    Cassava Root / Yuca has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, General-laxative, Appetite-suppressant, High-fiber-laxative, Demulcent, Nutritive

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  • Dandelion Leaves

    Dandelion Leaves has these Actions in Common

    Appetite-suppressant, Immune-calming, Diuretic, Lowers-blood-sugar, Anti-inflammatory, General-laxative

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  • Fenugreek

    Fenugreek has these Actions in Common

    Demulcent, Lowers-blood-sugar, Diuretic, Nutritive, Anti-inflammatory, Estrogenic

    LEARN MORE

  • Sweet Peas

    Sweet Peas has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, High-fiber-laxative, Appetite-suppressant, Nutritive, General-laxative

    LEARN MORE

  • Prunes (dried)

    Prunes (dried) has these Actions in Common

    Diuretic, Nutritive, General-laxative, Appetite-suppressant, High-fiber-laxative

    LEARN MORE

  • Artichoke Hearts

    Artichoke Hearts has these Actions in Common

    Diuretic, Lowers-blood-sugar, General-laxative, Appetite-suppressant, High-fiber-laxative

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  • Artichoke

    Artichoke has these Actions in Common

    General-laxative, Appetite-suppressant, High-fiber-laxative, Diuretic, Lowers-blood-sugar

    LEARN MORE

  • Burdock Root (Gobo)

    Burdock Root (Gobo) has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Lowers-blood-sugar, Diuretic, Nutritive, General-laxative

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Herbs & Supplements with a Similar Nature to Flax Seed

  • Red Clover

    Red Clover has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Demulcent, Diuretic, Estrogenic, Nutritive

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  • Motherwort

    Motherwort has these Actions in Common

    Estrogenic, Immune-calming, Anti-inflammatory, Antiplatelet, Diuretic

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  • Licorice Ghee (9oz)

    Licorice Ghee (9oz) has these Actions in Common

    Nutritive, Anti-inflammatory, Demulcent, Estrogenic, Immune-calming

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  • Licorice Root (Yastimadhu)

    Licorice Root (Yastimadhu) has these Actions in Common

    Immune-calming, Nutritive, Anti-inflammatory, Demulcent, Estrogenic

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  • Marshmallow Root Powder

    Marshmallow Root Powder has these Actions in Common

    Demulcent, Diuretic, Immune-calming, Anti-inflammatory

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  • Cleavers

    Cleavers has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Antiplatelet, Demulcent, Diuretic

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  • Chandraprabha Vati

    Chandraprabha Vati has these Actions in Common

    General-laxative, Lowers-blood-sugar, Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic

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  • Guduchi

    Guduchi has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Immune-calming, Lowers-blood-sugar

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  • Geranium

    Geranium has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Demulcent, Diuretic, Estrogenic

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  • Cornsilk

    Cornsilk has these Actions in Common

    Nutritive, Anti-inflammatory, Demulcent, Diuretic

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  • Astragalus

    Astragalus has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Antiplatelet, Diuretic, Immune-calming

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Flax Seed - Metabolic Impact Report

The reports shared below are part of an educational assignment completed by students at the Joyful Belly College of Natural Health Sciences. These represent subjective experiences intended to help students explore principles of Ayurveda through personal observation. In each report below, students ate the selected food for 3 days and self-reported these effects. See other food & herb reports at Joyful Belly.

TEMPERATURE/CIRCULATION

How did Flax Seed affect your temperature?

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Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your sweat quantity?

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Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect the color of your tongue body?

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PalerRedderBluerNo Change
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your appetite/hunger?

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Much less hungrySlightly less hungrySameSlightly hungrierMuch hungrier
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your digestion speed?

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Much fasterSlightly fasterSameSlightly slowerMuch slower
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

TOXINS

How did Flax Seed affect the amount of gas & bloating?

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Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your stool smell?

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Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

Tongue: How did Flax Seed affect the thickness & size of your tongue coating?

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Much smallerSlightly lessSameSlightly larger coatingMuch larger
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect the color of your tongue coating?

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3
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YellowerBrownerGrayerWhiterNo Change
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your urine smell?

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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect the amount of bubbles in your urine?

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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMany more
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your sweat smell?

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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

HYDRATION

How did Flax Seed affect your urine frequency/quantity?

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Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect the cracks on your tongue?

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Larger/longer/more cracksSlightly moreSameSlightly less/smaller/shorterMuch less
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

NERVOUS-SYSTEM

How did Flax Seed affect your energy levels?

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Much less energySlightly lessSameSlightly more energyMuch more
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your muscle tension?

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Much less tensionSlightly lessSameSlightly more tensionMuch more
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your anxiety?

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Much less anxietySlightly lessSameSlightly more anxietyMuch more
Total Responses: 34 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect the stillness of your tongue?

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3
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More stillNo ChangeMore Trembling / Jittery
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

DIGESTION

How did Flax Seed affect your appetite/hunger?

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16
12
8
4
0
3
 18
 9
 5
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Much less hungrySlightly less hungrySameSlightly hungrierMuch hungrier
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your digestion speed?

15
12
9
6
3
0
3
 13
 10
 9
 0
Much fasterSlightly fasterSameSlightly slowerMuch slower
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect the amount of gas & bloating?

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16
12
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4
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2
 7
 16
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 1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

TONGUE

Tongue: How did Flax Seed affect the thickness & size of your tongue coating?

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16
12
8
4
0
1
 6
 17
 10
 1
Much smallerSlightly lessSameSlightly larger coatingMuch larger
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect the color of your tongue body?

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20
15
10
5
0
9
 6
 0
 20
PalerRedderBluerNo Change
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect the stillness of your tongue?

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23
18
13
8
3
9
 22
 4
More stillNo ChangeMore Trembling / Jittery
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect the color of your tongue coating?

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18
14
10
6
2
3
 3
 3
 7
 19
YellowerBrownerGrayerWhiterNo Change
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect the cracks on your tongue?

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24
18
12
6
0
0
 2
 25
 7
 1
Larger/longer/more cracksSlightly moreSameSlightly less/smaller/shorterMuch less
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

STOOL

How did Flax Seed affect your stool frequency/quantity?

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1
 2
 14
 15
 3
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your stool color?

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12
6
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 1
 2
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More yellowMore grayMore greenMore orangeSame
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your stool lightness?

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 21
 4
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Much lighterSlightly lighterSameSlightly darkerMuch darker
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your stool smell?

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28
21
14
7
0
1
 2
 28
 4
 0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your stool consistency?

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Much softerSlightly softerSameSlightly harderMuch harder
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

URINE

How did Flax Seed affect your urine clarity?

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2
3
 22
 10
More cloudySameMore clear
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your urine smell?

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21
14
7
0
1
 2
 28
 4
 0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your urine lightness?

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24
18
12
6
0
1
 2
 24
 8
 0
Much lighterSlightly lighterSameSlightly DarkerMuch Darker
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your urine frequency/quantity?

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24
18
12
6
0
1
 4
 27
 3
 0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect the amount of bubbles in your urine?

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28
21
14
7
0
0
 2
 30
 3
 0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMany more
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

SWEAT

How did Flax Seed affect your sweat quantity?

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28
21
14
7
0
1
 3
 28
 3
 0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your sweat smell?

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28
21
14
7
0
1
 2
 29
 3
 0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

SYSTEMIC

How did Flax Seed affect your energy levels?

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8
4
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0
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Much less energySlightly lessSameSlightly more energyMuch more
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your muscle tension?

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15
10
5
0
1
 10
 20
 4
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Much less tensionSlightly lessSameSlightly more tensionMuch more
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your anxiety?

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15
10
5
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1
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 22
 3
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Much less anxietySlightly lessSameSlightly more anxietyMuch more
Total Responses: 34 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

How did Flax Seed affect your temperature?

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18
12
6
0
0
 3
 23
 8
 1
Much colderSlightly colderSameSlightly warmerMuch warmer
Total Responses: 35 REPORT ID:18 (2020-11-18 - 2020-12-27)

Note: These exercises are not part of an FDA-regulated study, and were not designed or conducted under a clinical research protocol. They are neither investigational in nature nor scientific findings. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. They are experiential assignments rooted in traditional Ayurvedic education, intended solely for instructional use. No conclusions should be drawn regarding the therapeutic effects of any food, herb, or dietary substance based on these student reflections.


Joyful Belly is a recognized college of biocharacteristics medicine.

TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR
THESE SYMPTOMS

Flax Seed may temper these symptoms. The suitability of any food for a condition is highly dependent on the individual and constitution. Please see your doctor before using this food to treat a medical condition.

CONTRAINDICATED FOR
THESE SYMPTOMS

Flax Seed may be harmful or contraindicated for these symptoms. Note this is not a complete list of all possible contraindications. Please see your doctor before using this food to treat a medical condition.

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Here are some potential herb drug interactions with Flax Seed. Please see your health care provider for more information.

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Constitutional Nutrition: Strengthen Your Health Naturally

When your dietary choices align with your individual nature (constitution), it supports your metabolism, energy, and health naturally. A personalized diet, fitting to your constitution, leverages your natural strengths while gently supporting your body where it's vulnerable.

Constitutional nutrition is especially beneficial for digestion, a foundational pillar of health influencing your entire well-being. Balanced digestion fortifies your body's natural defenses against illness and enhances your resilience when illness does arise. A healthy digestive fire (*agni*) eases discomfort, speeds recovery, and naturally uplifts your mood.

By embracing constitutional nutrition, you will soon experience a profound sense of renewal, vitality, and inner strength.

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Linda Stinson Hubbards, NS
2010-01-23
“Add crushed flax seed to porridge."
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Katie Clinton Ferndale, sligo, AL
2020-12-16
“Hi Gail, great question! Flax is gooey and oily so it could be a little difficult to digest. You could start with a small dose and see how it feels for you. If your body handles it well, you could add more!"
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