Description: Flax Boost

Developed to tackle Omega-3 essential fatty acid (EFA) deficiencies by kick-starting your body’s ability to utilise EFAs.  A vegetarian (ie non-fish oil) source of the secondary Omega-3 EFA Stearidonic Acid (SDA) and secondary Omega-6 EFA Gamma-Linoleic Acid (GLA).

Contains unrefined flax, evening primrose seed oils and blackcurrant seed oil.

Available in 250ml and 500ml bottles.

Blackcurrant StarFlax – the ultimate oil blend

What is it? Our bodies need a range of different omega-3 and 6 fatty acids for optimum health. Primary omega-3 and 6 fatty acids must be obtained from the diet; secondary fatty acids can be either obtained directly from the diet or by converting a primary fatty acid. Because the goodness of pure, fresh, cold-pressed flax seed oil is enriched with blackcurrant seed oil and borage seed oil, this blend has a fatty acid profile that includes 5 important polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fatty acids – both primary and secondary. From flax seed oil we have the primary omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), the omega-6 linoleic acid (LA) and the monounsaturated omega-9 oleic acid. Blackcurrant seed oil contributes the secondary omega-3 stearidonic acid and the secondary omega-6 gamma-linolenic acid (GLA). We add borage seed oil to top up the GLA. It is easier for your body to utilise these secondary omega-3 and 6 fatty acids because no conversion is required. Stearidonic acid and GLA are the building blocks used by your body to produce ‘good’ prostaglandins – those with anti-inflammatory and anti-clotting effects. This wide range of naturally-occurring fatty acids is what makes Blackcurrant StarFlax so special. Why use it? Blackcurrant StarFlax is the product of choice for infants and children, who are not yet efficient at converting ALA and LA to the secondary omega-3 and 6 fatty acids. If Mum is breast-feeding, baby will derive the benefit through her milk if she takes Blackcurrant StarFlax. Otherwise, add the oil to food as usual. Don’t forget that the goodness can also be absorbed through baby’s skin from a soothing massage. Blackcurrant StarFlax is also the perfect blend for Mum during pregnancy – baby needs essential fatty acids for brain and nervous system development. Some health problems can impair our ability to convert ALA and LA to the secondary omega-3 and 6 fatty acids. Blackcurrant StarFlax is therefore advised for people with stress, poor diet, vitamin/mineral deficiency, high alcohol intake, exposure to toxic chemicals, for smokers, and for people with illnesses such as hormone imbalance, infection, allergy, cardiovascular disease, cancer or diabetes. GLA has been shown to bring improvement in PMS, rheumatoid arthritis, eczema, asthma, cardiovascular disease, ADD/ADHD, osteoporosis, diabetic neuropathy, multiple sclerosis and as an adjunct to cancer treatment. In short, Blackcurrant StarFlax should be the first choice for anyone wanting to ensure intake of a full range of omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids.In short, Blackcurrant StarFlax should be the first choice for anyone wanting to ensure intake of a full range of omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids. More versatile than fish oil Fish oil Fish oils are often recommended because they contain secondary omega-3 fatty acids rather than the primary ALA. With Blackcurrant StarFlax, you get the benefit of secondary omega-3 fatty acids plus so much more besides! Secondary omega-6 GLA for omega-3:omega-6 balance More versatile – can easily be added to your daily foods. See our website or ask in store for recipe ideas. Delicious flavour with a hint of blackcurrant Certified organic, so no concerns about purity Cold-processed and handled with special care to protect the integrity of the oil A vegetarian source of omega-3 Proudly grown and manufactured in New Zealand GMO-free

Certification

Contains 100% Certified Organic Flax and Golden Flax seed oils

Waihi Bush Organic Farm brand is the certified organic brand distributed by Functional Whole Foods New Zealand Limited and is 100% New Zealand owned and operated. The Waihi Bush brand is named after the organic farm on the banks of the Waihi river in South Canterbury where the business started. Functional Whole Foods is a family business with strong ties to the land, and carries on the Waihi Bush tradition of actively promoting organic farming.

Top Ten Reasons You Should Be Supplementing Your Diet with Omega-3s 

1. Improve heart health and reduce risk of coronary
heart disease

2. Protect against depression

3. Protect against dementia and Alzheimer's disease

4. Improve eye health and prevent age-related macular
degeneration

5. Aid in vision and brain development

6. Relieve Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and improve concentration

7. Increase good cholesterol in diabetics

8. Lower blood pressure

9. Reduce allergies

10. Relieve the symptoms of PMS

For more information about the health benefits of omega oils and for recipes, go to Gary Moller Online and search using key words like "flax oil", "Omega oil" or "recipes".

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