Does flaxseed oil lower triglyceride levels?
Effectiveness Rating for Flaxseed Oil's Ability to Lower Triglyceride Levels
The effectiveness rating is a measure of how well flaxseed oil is able to lower triglyceride levels. The overall rating for this claim is 1 out of 3. There is little if any research to warrant the use of Flaxseed Oil to lower triglyceride levels. Using Flaxseed Oil to lower triglyceride levels will probably not yeild any positive results and is likely a waste of money.
Confidence Rating for Flaxseed Oil's Ability to Lower Triglyceride Levels
The confidence rating is a mesure of how valid the effectiveness rating is. This rating is based on how many studies are included in the database on this topic.
There are 2 studies in the database on flaxseed oil; the confidence rating is 40. A score above 80 means the effectiveness rating for this supplement is reliable. A score under 80 means there is insufficient evidence to ensure a reliable effectiveness rating.