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.

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3 comments a "Can I be allergic to flax oil which is supposed to be good for “allergies”?"

Yes, you can be allergic to flax.

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.

Why not? I’m allergic to benadryl which is supposed to stop allergic reactions.

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