Flax and Estrogen

[MrMakaveli]

Got me a case of natty gyno that is acting up and I dont want to aggrivate it further.

Was under impression Flax lowered estrogen levels but have seen studies to the contrary.

Any opinions?

 

[juve]

I have seen studies were generally an influx of o-3's + DHA/EPA elevated serum oestrogen levels but the evidence is inconclusive at best. Prostagladins, derived from EFA's go towards production of both sex hormones. The case is much more complicated than with soy and its impact on e2. I wouldn't worry about it though - the changes I would expect are nominal at best.