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Does Flax Have a Role in the Treatment of Dry Eye Syndrome
Flax is commonly recommended as source high in omega 3 fatty acids, however is it an efficient source of bio-available omega 3 fatty acids
For strict dietary vegans flax may be the only option of increasing the omega 3 fatty acids, albeit an inefficient one. However, for most people flax seed oil’s role is very limited in the treatment of dry eye syndrome. Flax seed meal on the other hand may have a limited role.
The biggest disadvantages to using flax seed oil is that you can’t cook with it (it is not stable above 160° F), it must be refrigerated and it has a short shelf life. Flax seed meal, on the other, hand can be used as a shortening substitute, has a very high fiber content, has a much longer shelf life and can be used in baking. Therefore, I would only recommend flax seed oil if someone did not like the texture of the flax seed meal or flax meal would be inappropriate in a particular recipe. One of flax seed meal's greatest advantages is it's high fiber content therefore, I would recommend flax seed meal in baking to increase our dietary fiber and any ALA converted to the omega fatty acids is just an extra bonus.
In addition, flax seeds are not digested by our bodies and should not be considered as a dietary source of fiber or omega 3 fatty acids. The flax seed’s shell is very hard and must be crushed if our bodies are to utilize it.
Our
Recommendation
At Total Eye Care we recommend Dry Eye Advantage for patients suffering from dry eye syndrome and Eye Advantage for patients with macular degeneration, both of which are available via our office or mail order. The dosage is 2 capsules twice a day which will provide approximately 2200mg of omega 3 fatty acids. For patients with severe dry eye symptoms they take 2 capsules three times a day with meals.
We have done the leg work on finding a cost effective source of fish oil capsules. You can purchase Omega 3 capsules online from Total Eye Care specifically formulated for dry eye syndrome and macular degeneration. You will be taken to our partner website PRN Omega Health or you can call our office (817.416.0333).
About Total Eye Care
The comprehensive services available from the staff and doctors at Total Eye Care allow us to take care of patients of all ages. We also have an onsite ophthalmic lab to make your glasses quickly and accurately. Our optical keeps almost 1000 frames in stock to fit any face large or small with frames starting at $69. Especially helpful when buying glasses for children is our "bring us the pieces" eyeglass warranty. We are also on all of the major insurance plans.
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