Journal article
Flax and Breast Cancer
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Flax is a food and dietary supplement commonly used for menopausal symptoms. Flax is known for its lignan, α-linolenic acid, and fiber content, components that may possess phytogestrogenic, anti-inflammatory, and hormone modulating effects, respectively. We conducted a systematic review of flax for efficacy in improving menopausal symptoms in women living with breast cancer and for potential impact on risk of breast cancer incidence …
Authors
Flower G; Fritz H; Balneaves LG; Verma S; Skidmore B; Fernandes R; Kennedy D; Cooley K; Wong R; Sagar S
Journal
Integrative Cancer Therapies, Vol. 13, No. 3, pp. 181–192
Publisher
SAGE Publications
Publication Date
May 2014
DOI
10.1177/1534735413502076
ISSN
1534-7354