Testing has shown that flax seeds have lignans which is a phytoestrogen that is at a rate up to 800 times more than other plants. This property of flax does not only treat breast,prostate, and cervical cancers but it inhibits the pathways to cause cervical cancer. It is believed that it can and will be as effective at stopping breast and prostate cancers in the same way. It was also shown to be a good support herb for conventional cancer treatments. Since cervical caner is called the silent killer of women because by the time you notice symptoms the cancer is pretty invasive and established. Early detection of any cancer is critical but eating flax seeds every day will help prevent cervical cancer.