thread: flax seed oil

  1. #1
    BellyBelly Member

    Feb 2007
    3,734

    flax seed oil

    do any of you use flax seed oil with your little ones???
    DS2 seems to be a little constipated - tried pears, prune, water - thought I could give him little bit of flaxseed oil in his food and see what that does...
    Anyone use it with babies (he is nearly 9 months) - what benefits do you see (for constipation and other/healty benefit).
    any thoughts welcome (pro or con - I am not sure... saw it recommended by Sears which is why i am considering)

  2. #2
    Registered User

    Sep 2009
    Melbourne
    1,164

    Hi
    We all have flaxseed oil in this house including DS, mainly because none of us like fish so it's our way of getting omega 3. DH and I usually take fish oil capsules as well. Didn't know it could be used for constipation, learn something new everyday! DS is a very healthy little guy, never been sick and has lovely skin so I guess I could put this down to flaxseed oil and plenty of breastmilk!

  3. #3
    Registered User

    Jul 2006
    Logan
    2,991

    Mamapan - We use UDO oils in our house. It has flaxseed and other oils. It is rich in omega 3, 6 and 9 which are essential fatty acids, very good for nervous system and brain development amongst other things. We don't eat seafood so this is a great alternative.