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| The use of flax dates back some 10,000 years. Flaxseed was commonly used in earlier days to draw out infection and inflammation by steaming or boiling the seeds and making a compress for ailing tissues. | |||||||||||||
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| Numerous ancient cultures derived their clothing from the fibrous stalks of flax, in what we know as linen. Flax fibers spun from the herb have been found among ancient remains uncovered at Swiss archeological sites dating back to 4000 BC. Flax seeds and flax-derived cloth have also been found in the oldest Egyptian burial chambers dating to 3000 BC. Egyptians spun flax fibers not only to clothe themselves, but to wrap and protect the bodies of their departed Pharaohs. The fine linen mentioned in the Bible was spun from flax. The curtains of the Tabernacle were made from it, and the garments worn by the Jewish High Priests were derived from it also. In addition, the clothing worn by Jesus when He was laid to rest in the tomb, including the cloth He was wrapped in, were made from flax. Essential fatty acids (EFA's) are the primary nutritional component of flax seed. The two key EFA's are linoleic and linolenic. These two fatty acids are essential to the human body. We need these fatty acids but are unable to manufacture them, therefore they must be supplied through the diet. Flax seed oil has the vital ratio of these two EFA's, and therein lies the reason for the oils demand. EFA's are crucial in the process of electron transport, needed for both cellular energy and cell communication. The importance of maintaining adequate levels of EFA's in the body cannot be overstated, as their presence affects every function. EFA's are the most abundant source of energy found in nutrition. EFA's attract oxygen. Then they hold the oxygen in our cell membranes, where the life giving gas protects the cells from corruptive outside influences such as viruses, bacteria and chemical pollutants. EFA's promote the transport of oxygen from the lungs throughout the entire system. Without the presence of EFA's we would literally suffocate from lack of oxygen. Flax seed oil has a beneficial effect on brain function as well. Without the proper amount in a mother's diet, the child can develop learning disabilities. EFA's have a positive effect on mood and perception. It has been used to treat schizophrenics and juvenile delinquents who did not respond to counseling. It has been used to treat depression also. It is also found to relieve fatigue, irritability, headaches, menopausal problems, dry skin, allergies and it is especially useful in the treatment of both rheumatoid- and osteo-arthritis. | |||||||||||||
| Flaxseed is moist heat. It is better than rice, corn or wheat. Flaxseed is a flower seed rather than a food product, therefore no cooked food smell is in the air or on your clothes. Rice has a tendency to develop a bad odor with continued use. Grain products contain mostly water, which cooks out and then doesn't heat as well or hold the heat as long. Flaxseed is 30%-40% oil, which remains inside the seed to be warmed by the microwave process continually. The shell of the seed is soft, allowing moisture from the air to be absorbed for the constant release of moist heat. | Flexible heat pad is filled with organic filler that is non-toxic, safe and reusable hundreds of times. Heating in the microwave delivers moist heat and once heated, re-warming takes a few extra seconds in the microwave. Does Not require any water. Most doctors recommend comforting moist heat for temporary relief of arthritis pain, muscle aches, sinus headaches and strains. Moist Heat delivers soothing therapeutic warmth that promotes healing naturally, and without medication. Each pad is constructed of a soft cotton/lycra material No danger from possible overheating like gel packs. Excellent therapy for athletes, chiropractic and home rehab use. | ||||||||||||
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Improve circulation and promote healing. Experience the all-natural moist heat of microwaveable heating pads. Safe, reliable, doctor recommended.....................press release, October, 2001 |
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