Size: 250 ml
• Unique Blend of Organic Cold Pressed Oils to Give Pregnancy a Very Good Start
• Supports Both Mother and Child with the Correct Balance of Essential Fatty Acids
• On-Going Support During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
• Helps Support Healthy Brain, Eye and Nervous System Development
Because a woman on the average modern diet will be lacking in Omega-3, Flax Bloom provides twice as much Omega-3 as Omega-6 to provide the crucial Omega-3s needed to build a healthy brain and body for the baby. The brain is developed in utero and supplementation with Essential Fatty Acids during this time aids in the "hardwiring" process in the brain of a newborn for things such as vision, feelings, movement and language, it can even help sleeping patterns!
The blackcurrant and evening primrose seed oils contribute the secondary Omega-3, stearidonic acid (SDA) and the secondary Omega-6, gamma linolenic acid (GLA), which are easier for your body to utilize because no conversion is required, ensuring your developing baby has the building blocks they need for a healthy brain, eye and nervous system and for general health of all body cells.
The pumpkin seed oil provides phytosterols (which possess anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidation activities) and a wide range of vitamins (E and A) and minerals (selenium, zinc, calcium, copper, iron, manganese). The coconut oil provides lauric acid, which is the main fatty acid in breast milk and contributes to increased metabolic rate/energy levels and healthy skin.
Note: Waihi Bush Oil Products are not intended as a cure; their purpose is to assist natural healing by providing nutritional aid. This product is a health supplement, and it may not be suitable for some people, and those with a health condition should consult their health care provider before using.
Adult Suggested Use: Take 1-2 Tablespoons (15 - 30 ml) daily mixed with juice, water, milk or food, or as directed by a qualified health care provider. Before and after pregnancy, when using other Waihi Bush Oils, it is suggested to change to (one bottle) of Flax Balance every 6 months to ensure proper Omega-3 to Omega-6 ratio.
Note: May be used in cold recipes, (maximum temperature of 120°F/49°C) or add to food after cooking. DO NOT use for cooking. KEEP REFRIGERATED.
SUPPLEMENT FACTS
Quantity Per 100g
Energy – 3645 kJ (875 kcal)
Protein – 0g
Fat, Total – 100g
Saturated Fat – 14g
Trans Fatty Acid – <0
Polyunsaturated Fat – 71g
Omega-3 – 47.3g
Alpha Linolenic Acid – 47g
Stearidonic Acid – 0.3g
Omega-6 – 26g
Linoleic Acid – 24g
Gamma Linoleic Acid – 2g
Monounsaturated Fat – 12g
Omega-9 – 12g
Oleic Acid – 12g
Carbohydrate, Total – 0g
Sugars – 0g
Sodium – <5mg
Data is from Crop & Food, Cawthron and AgriQuality
Ingredients: Cold Pressed, Unrefined, Extra Virgin Seed Oils: Flax, Pumpkin, Certified Organic Golden Flax, Coconut, Uncertified Blackcurrant, Evening Primrose.
Flax Bloom is pressed from certified organic seeds of flax Linum usitatissimum (Linseed) golden flax, pumpkin and coconut. Uncertified blackcurrant and evening primrose seed oils are added. The oil is high quality, extra virgin, unrefined, and containing no toxic substances or cholesterol. The oils are cold pressed in the absence of light, air and reactive metals and packaged in black HDPE plastic under an inert gas blanket to further protect it against light and oxygen.
Storage: Once opened, keep refrigerated and use within 6-8 weeks. Can be frozen. Product NOT used for cooking. See base for Best Before Date and Batch No.
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