[Joanna-J]

Hi Joanna and welcome,

I wanted to give you some info on your plan if that's ok. There's a concern in the medical community about men consuming FSO for the following reasons:

Some men worry that taking flaxseed oil might increase their chance of getting prostate cancer because of the alpha-linolenic acid that flaxseed oil contains. Researchers are still trying to figure out the role of alpha-linolenic acid in prostate cancer. Some studies suggest that alpha-linolenic acid may increase risk or make existing prostate cancer worse, but other studies find no connection. Nevertheless, the alpha-linolenic acid in flaxseed oil doesn’t seem to be a problem. Alpha-linolenic acid from plant sources, such as flaxseed, does not seem to affect prostate cancer risk, although alpha-linolenic acid from dairy and meat sources has been linked in some studies with prostate cancer.
http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-990-FLAXSEED%20OIL.aspx?activeIngredientId=990&activeIngredientName=FLAXSEED%20OIL

FSO also has the potential to be an aromatase inhibitor:

GLA-Gamma-Linolenic Acid

GLA- a fatty acid found primarily in vegetable oils. It is sold as a dietary supplement for a variety of human health problems. Here's a list of common GLA's and there uses or treatments for NBE.

Borage oil-The oil helps regulate hormones and lowers blood pressure, 3x more GLA than EPO, massage, galactogogue-increases breast milk in lactating mothers, Fibrocystic breast pain, anti-androgen

Evening Primrose Oil- massage, Fibrocystic breast pain, treats hot flashes, relieves PMS symptoms, relieves Eczema, hormone balance, fights breast tumors

Flaxseed oil-Lignan, massage, omega-3 fatty acids, Flax seed oil can increase prolactin, at the cost of lowering estrogen, (lignans inhibit aromatase), helps with breast pain.
Inhibition of human aromatase by mammalian lignans and isoflavonoid phytoestrogens
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/096007609390022O

Coconut oil-makes connective tissues stronger for that much desired softness and elasticity. superb antioxidant activities that neutralize free radicals and slowing down aging, aids in breast feeding, Coconut oil is nature's richest source of MCFAs."

Precautions

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Because of the potential for side effects and interactions with medications, dietary supplements should be taken only under the supervision of a knowledgeable healthcare provider.

Omega-6 supplements, including GLA and EPO, should not be used if you have a seizure disorder because there have been reports of these supplements inducing seizures.

Borage seed oil,and possibly other sources of GLA, should not be used during pregnancy because they may be harmful to the fetus and induce early labor.

Doses of GLA greater than 3,000 mg per day should be avoided because, at that point, production of AA-Arachidonic Acid(rather than DGLA) may increase.

FG dosage might be on the high side, SP is anti-estrogenic so I'd consider another AA. Are you seeing (feeling) any stomach discomfort on your current plan dosages?.

Good luck.

Thank You to everyone for your advice, it's very much appreciated.

I have had no stomach discomfort with the current plan and I have seen some noticeable growth using it for the 3 months. I am in good health 49 yrs old, last prostate check was good and taking no other prescription meds. Last checkup showed cholesterol was slightly high, my PCP prescribed Crestor but I was having a few side effects from it, tired and muscle aches, generally made me feel blah. I really don't like taking prescription meds unless absolutely necessary so I switched to 500mg garlic daily and have had good results since.

My PM arrived shortly after my last post and I have started on it but have been ramping up the dosage from the start. Began at 500mg for 4 days, then 1000mg for 4 days, currently at 1500mg / per day along with using the PM cream for daily massage twice a day. I've continued pumping once per day. So should I get to the 2000mg/day as Clara suggested and hold at that level until I see any noticeable results?

Ive stopped FG and FSO but have continued SP at 1000mg /day and Maco at 500mg and added 500mg calcium /day to aid in PM absorption.

I had considered switching back to FSO for massage only when the PM cream supply runs out, but given the possible increase in prostrate cancer (depending on which study you follow) would it be better to use coconut oil or something else?

If SP is anti-estrogenic what other AA would you recommend?

Thanks again for your help.

Joanna