Consumer. A consumer is a person or group of people who are the final users of products and or services generated within a social system. A consumer may be a person or group, such as a household. The concept of a consumer may vary significantly by context, although a common definition is an individual who buys products or services for personal use and not for manufacture or resale. Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms (5.00 / 4 votes) Rate this definition:
Flaxseed (flaxseed oil, flaxoil) is a dietary supplement. The flax plant is a good source of essential omega-3 fatty acids. Studies assessing the effectiveness of flaxseed oils are inconclusive, but it may reduce inflammation for arthritis and lupus patients. Flaxseed (flaxseed oil, flaxoil) is a dietary supplement.
Caution. Flaxseed oil does not have the same benefits as consuming ground flaxseeds, the University of Maryland Medical Center explains. The oil does not contain the fiber, lignan or protein components whole or ground flaxseeds contain. MedlinePlus says flax oil is probably safe when used for three months or less.