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    Jul 11, 2010, 05:51 AM
    Can I overdose on flax oil
    Can I overdose on flax oil
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    Jul 11, 2010, 05:53 AM

    Why do you need to know? Is this something you are planning if it's possible?
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    Jul 11, 2010, 06:49 AM

    Flaxseed Oil Overdose

    According to this article yes,and its quite dangerous.
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    Jul 11, 2010, 06:51 AM

    Ummm, remember that some people try to OD on certain things that cannot be detected in the blood stream.

    I wanted to hear the reasoning before I gave the advice.
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    Jul 11, 2010, 06:55 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by J_9 View Post
    Ummm, remember that some people try to OD on certain things that cannot be detected in the blood stream.

    I wanted to hear the reasoning before I gave the advice.
    I read the post as if it had all ready happened!

    You have a good point though.

    To the op,anything you ingest in a large quantity is not going to be good for you.
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    Jul 11, 2010, 06:59 AM

    In my opinion, it's still better to find out the reasoning prior to actually answering.

    Much like we do in Adult Sexuality with asking for the OP's age.
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