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The flax plant, an ancient crop, yields the fibre from which linen is woven, as well as seeds and oil. The oil, also called linseed oil, has many industrial uses - it is an important ingredient in paints, varnishes, and linoleum, and is used to oil cricket bats. Flaxseed oil is the oil extracted from the seeds. Both the oil and seeds have a pleasant, nutty taste.
Category: Seed
In Season:
all year
To Buy:
Buy both the seeds and oil from a health food store. Buy whole seeds and grind them yourself. Always check the expiry date of the packaging.
To Store:
Store in the fridge and use within the recommended expiry date.
Tips & Tricks:
Never heat flaxseed oil as it is highly volatile. Serve as a salad oil or drizzled over cereal and yoghurt in the morning.
Cooking Tips:
Nutrition per 1 Tablespoon:
Salicylates:
No information available
Amines:
No information available
Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*
Aches & Pains
Asthma
Constipation
High Blood Cholesterol
Menstrual Problems
Acne
Arthritis
Eczema
Inflammation
Osteoporosis
Alzheimers Disease
Atherosclerosis
Heart Disease
Menopause
Skin Conditions
* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.
Disclaimer:
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