Flax is one of the oldest cultivated plants, known for its healing properties since ancient times. Linseed oil, obtained from flax seeds, is widely used in various industries, including paint, printing, electrical, leather and shoe, soap, paper, and construction. It is used to produce varnishes, lacquers, putties, anti-corrosion coatings, and linoleum, making flax an important raw material in industrial production.
In addition to industrial applications, linseed oil is a valuable food product with numerous beneficial properties. Its consumption helps reduce blood cholesterol levels, improves protein and fat metabolism, positively affects blood pressure, relieves vascular spasms, and prevents thrombus and tumor formation. Thanks to these qualities, linseed oil is widely used in culinary, perfumery, and medicine.
Linseed oil is also an effective helper to the immune system, strengthening the body's protective functions. Its healing and preventive properties are confirmed by modern research, which contributes to the growing popularity of this natural product among the population of Ukraine and other countries.
