WElcome to the board! Flax is a great source of EFA's ( Essential Fats) and fiber.. ( if you use the ground.) It has been proven to help fight cancer, act as a phytoestrogen ( if you have PMS or Menopause it is a natural remedy) helps fight heart disease, lowers cholesterol, etc., etc. I use it daily and it has been a great help. You can buy the oil refrigerated in many health food stores as well as the seeds, which come ground or natural ( so you grind it yourself.) It is something that EVERYONE should add to their diet, IBS or not. Hope this is helpful!
Christianne
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