I started Flaxseed oil to clear my acne....IT WORKS because my acne is hormonal. Yet, although I have a clear face now...I am experiencing crazy depression. I think the oils are re-organizing my hormonal make up and I am feeling some side effects that I am not sure I want to feel. I have tried many options for acne for years and I am a licensed Aesthetician. It really works for hormonal a...
Favor | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months |
12/2/2008
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My O/B Dr said I could use this drug for hot flashes. I started it about 6 months ago before I started having hot flashes. I havent noticed a considerable difference. But I read the Omega 3 fatty acids is good for you.
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Anonymous | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months |
6/28/2008
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I started Flaxseed oil to clear my acne....IT WORKS because my acne is hormonal. Yet, although I have a clear face now...I am experiencing crazy depression. I think the oils are re-organizing my hormonal make up and I am feeling some side effects that I am not sure I want to feel. I have tried many options for acne for years and I am a licensed Aesthetician. It really works for hormonal acne but watch out for the depression. I think this is called a Omega 6 deficiency reaction. I need to take some Omega 6 to balance this all out.Read More Read Less
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corvette | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
6/19/2008
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I have been on flaxseed for 5 months and have swollen legs and feet ever since I started taking flaxseed.
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