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FAQ - O-SEED

Q1	:	What is O-SEED?
A1	:	O-SEED capsules are a wholesome source of plant-based omega-3 fatty acids to support heart and brain health. They are made from chia seeds and kiwi fruit seeds. O-SEED is suitable for vegetarians and those who do not like the fishy taste or burp of fish oil supplements.

Q2	:	What is unique about O-SEED?
A2	:	O-SEED promotes good health in these ways: • A safe and convenient source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). • Made from a unique combination of chia seeds and kiwi fruit seeds, both excellent sources of ALA. • Has more omega-3s than omega-6s (healthier). • High in antioxidants. • Excellent source of natural vitamin C. • Suitable for vegans and vegetarians. • Does not contain animal products, byproducts or derivatives, starch, gluten, preservatives, yeast, wheat, corn or dairy.

Q3	:	What benefits does O-SEED have over fish oil supplements?
A3	:	O-SEED has the following benefits: • Rich in ALA, an omega-3 essential fatty acid found ONLY in plants. • No fishy smell and aftertaste. • No risk of toxic contaminants. • No unpleasant side effects associated with fish oil supplements, e.g. diarrhea, abdominal bloating, nosebleeds. • Fish oil may interact with medications, e.g. blood thinners, aspirin and high blood pressure drugs. • An overdose of fish oil can lead to increased risk of stroke and cancer. • Will not deplete vitamin E. • Zero cholesterol and fat. • Lower in calories. One O-SEED capsule has 2 calories. One tablespoon of cod liver oil has 122 calories. • Has healthful antioxidants, phytochemicals and polysaccharides. • Eco-friendly. Does not use blubber from endangered species of whales and seals. Dolphins may end up in fishermen’s nets with tuna, which is used in fish oil supplements.

Q4	:	Why not include flax seed in O-SEED?
A4	:	Human consumption of flax seed oil has been banned in France since 1973 as flax seed oil is toxic when heated, and is restricted in Germany, Switzerland and Belgium. Restrictions on human use of flax seed as a food are due mainly to the presence of toxic cyanogenic compounds (linamarin, linustatin, and neolinustatin) that yield a weak, highly poisonous acid known as hydrocyanic acid or prussic acid on enzymatic hydrolysis. Furthermore, flax seed contains trypsin inhibitors and a vitamin B6 antagonist. It is best to avoid eating raw or unripe flax seeds as they are thought to be poisonous. The U.S. National Library of Medicine recommends avoiding flax seed during pregnancy and breast-feeding as flax seed can act like the hormone estrogen; some healthcare providers worry that this might harm the pregnancy. The effect of flax seed on breast-fed infants is unknown at this time. Animal studies have shown the negative effects eating flax has on pregnancy and reproductive development. Flax seed might slow clotting. This raises the concern that it could increase the risk of bleeding in people with bleeding disorders.

Q5	:	What benefits does O-SEED have over flax seed oil supplements?
A5	:	O-SEED has the following benefits: • Higher levels of ALA. • Higher levels of antioxidants. • More fiber. • Chia seed has more powerful antioxidants (caffeic acid and chlorogenic acid) than flax seed (tocopherol compounds). • Chia seed can absorb more water than flax seed, thereby helping the body to conserve more water. • No additives. Flax seed oil softgels usually contain glycerin as an additive. Glycerin may be derived from animal fats, vegetable fats or petroleum.

Q6	:	What benefits does O-SEED have over walnut oil supplements?
A6	:	Chia seed and kiwi fruit seed oil have more omega-3s than omega-6s, relative to walnuts.

Q7	:	Is O-SEED suitable for vegans?
A7	:	Yes. O-SEED is made from wholesome chia seeds and kiwi fruit seeds. Its capsule casing is made from hypromellose, a cellulose material derived from softwood trees.

Q8	:	Who should take O-SEED?
A8	:	Anyone who needs a safe and wholesome source of plant-based omega-3 fatty acids, for example, vegetarians and vegans.

Q9	:	What is the recommended dosage for O-SEED?
A9	:	3 capsules, two to three times daily as a food supplement.

Q10	:	Is O-SEED safe?
A10	:	Yes. O-SEED is made from chia seeds and kiwi fruit seeds. Produced in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)-certified manufacturing plants, O-SEED does not contain animal products, byproducts or derivatives, starch, gluten, preservatives, yeast, wheat, corn or dairy.

Q11	:	Is O-SEED halal?
A11	:	Yes.

Q12	:	Do children need omega-3 fatty acids?
A12	:	Yes, children and infants need omega-3 fatty acids. DHA is found in the brain in large quantities and is important for neurological development and growth. The human body can convert ALA into DHA.

Q13	:	Are nuts such as walnuts a healthy source of omega-3?
A13	:	A healthy source of omega-3 fatty acids has more omega-3s than omega-6s. Walnuts have more omega-6s than omega-3s.

Q14	:	Why does O-SEED use the whole chia seed and kiwi fruit seed instead of extracted oils?
A14	:	Eating the seeds whole is superior to consuming the extracted oils: • Oils have higher calories and less phytonutrients. • The whole seeds have more antioxidants and other phytonutrients. • There are other nutrients in the whole seeds that complement omega-3 fatty acids. • Omega-3 fatty acids are more easily absorbed by the human body in their wholesome form.

Q15	:	Will eating chia seed lower my blood pressure too much?
A15	:	The recommended dosage is not enough to lower blood pressure to dangerous levels.

Q16	:	Will chia seed cause gas and bloating?
A16	:	When consumed in large quantities, chia seed may cause bloating and gas due to its high fiber content, but not in the amount in O-SEED capsules.

Q17	:	Can I take O-SEED if I am allergic to kiwi fruit?
A17	:	People who are allergic to kiwi fruit are mostly allergic to the skin of the kiwi fruit. O-SEED uses only the seed of the kiwi fruit. But if you are allergic to kiwi fruit, you may be allergic to O-SEED. Hence it is best to take special precautions.

Q18	:	Do I need to supplement my intake of omega-6 fatty acids?
A18	:	Omega-6 fatty acids are readily available in vegetable oils and processed foods. Most people already get too much omega-6 fatty acids in their diet. What’s more, University of Toronto scientist Stephen Cunnane has discovered a significant methodology error in the research used to determine the dietary requirement for linoleic acid (LA), an omega-6 fatty acid. This error overestimates LA requirements by 5 to 15 times. Evening Primrose Oil (EPO), a common omega-6 supplement, contains about 72% LA. LA tends to be unhealthy because it promotes inflammation.

Q19	:	Which products are best taken with O-SEED?
A19	:	To support cardiovascular health, take O-SEED with ENCORE and CIRCLE. To support brain health, take O-SEED with STRESGON and The Essence of Knowledge. Vegetarians can take O-SEED with VEGAPLEX to supplement their diet. Women lacking in iron can take O-SEED with VEGAPLEX.

Q20	:	Why is the shelf life of O-SEED shorter than other E. Excel capsule products?
A20	:	Unlike other E. Excel capsule products, which have two-year shelf lives, O-SEED has a shorter shelf life of only one year. This is due to its higher oil content of around 40% omega-3 fatty acids.