Suppression of Mammary Carcinomas by Alpha-Linolenic Acid: Part I. Effect of Extraction Methods on Quality and GC-MS Analysis of Oil from Flaxseed (Linum Usitatissimum L.) (original) (raw)

Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) demonstrates significant therapeutic potential in health and disease, particularly through its presence in flaxseed oil. This study compares ultrasonic extraction methods with conventional techniques for extracting oil from flaxseed, revealing higher yield (48.05%) and enhanced stability of oil constituents. The findings suggest that ultrasonic extraction yields oil richer in unsaturated fatty acids, particularly ALA, highlighting its promise for industrial applications and health benefits, including potential anti-cancer effects.