Can I be allergic to flax oil which is supposed to be good for "allergies"?

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Can I be allergic to flax oil which is supposed to be good for "allergies"?I have had "arthritis " type joint pain all over since starting flax oil 5 months ago. I felt better the first 3-4 weeks, then the symptoms started. Maybe it is caused by something and just coincidental with the timing of the flax oil capsules. I cannot find any info on alleriges to any oils. I only take 1200mg a day.

-doll_ofvoodoo
Yes, you can be allergic to flax.

-Doctor J
An allergic reaction to flax can occur. You need to try a trial period without any flax (3-4 weeks) to test for this possibility.

You might also consider using fish oils instead of flax oils. Flax is a source of the omega-3 fatty acid called alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). Most of the benefit from ALA is derived from its conversion in the body to other omega-3 fatty acids, especially DHA and EPA. Fish oils provide the DHA and EPA 'directly'.

Best wishes and good luck.

-imavine724
Why not? I'm allergic to benadryl which is supposed to stop allergic reactions.

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