Flaxseed oil is the richest known plant source of the Omega 3 essential fatty acid alphalinolenic acid. Like fish oils which also contain Omega 3 acids flaxseed oil may have beneficial properties against asthma rheumatoid arthritis & psoriasis. p Because of its antiinflammatory properties vertese Flaxseed Oil helps maintain healthy joints & aids in the maintenance of a healthy heart. It is also a source of lignans which are plantoestrogens that help to regulate hormone balance.