Pharmacologic Substance
flaxseed extract
flax·seed ex·tract
Effect:
Cell-mediated Immunity; Increased Histamine Release; Increased IgG Production; Increased T Lymphocyte Activation
May Treat:
Hypersensitivity
More Information:
ChemID; DrugBank; DailyMed; PDR
Definitions related to flaxseed extract:
  • (linseed) The seed of the flax plant. It is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acid, fiber, and a compound called lignin. It is being studied in the prevention of several types of cancer.
    NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
  • (flaxseed) Seed isolated from one of several species of the plant genus Linum. Flaxseed-derived foods, lignans, and essential fatty acids such as alpha-linolenic acid, possess anti-inflammatory, lipid-lowering, antioxidant, and antineoplastic properties.
    NCI
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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