Premium Gold Whole Flax Seed | High Fiber Food | Omega 3 | 26oz

This product is fresh, has an expiration date, it is good quality, and the best price. in the market.Because flaxseeds are highly perishable and turn rancid rapidly, you should buy organic whole seeds and grind them yourself just prior to use (avoid pre-ground versions).While flaxseeds are an excellent source of omega-3 fat, they only contain one basic member of the omega-3 fat family. In the case of flaxseeds, virtually all of the omega-3 fat is found in the form of alpha-linolenic acid (often abbreviated "ALA"). This specific kind of omega-3 fat makes up about 50% of the oil in flaxseeds.The omega-3 assembly line starts with ALA.The omega-3 fatty acid ALA, featured in flaxseeds, contains 18 carbons, making it the shortest of the omega-3 fats, and hence the simplest. It retains a position at the beginning of the assembly line with our omega-3 metabolism starting with this compound as a building block.ALA gets elongated into other omega-3 fatty acids.The reason I say that these omega-3 fats "get ready" to turn into other forms is because getting longer is not the only requirement for conversion of one omega-3 to another. A second requirement is what's called "increased desaturation." During this process, the omega-3 fat gets altered chemically so that its carbon atoms are connected together in a new way that provides more reactivity to the fat. This new kind of connection is called double-bonding. For ALA (our starting point for the omega-3 assembly line) to become EPA, two new double bonds must be added in addition to the 2-carbon atom increase in length.The role of other nutrients in omega-3 metabolismThe process of lengthening and changing, of elongating and desaturating, the chemical bonds in omega-3 fat is complex, and many nutrients are required to bring it about. To get from ALA to EPA, for example, the required nutrients are: vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin C, zinc, and magnesium.Nutrient deficiencies can block omega-3 metabolismWhat happens if an individual is deficient in one or more of the above nutrients? The answer is simple: that individual cannot convert linolenic acid very efficiently into the other longer-chain omega-3 fats. A person with known deficiencies in most of the above-cited nutrients (vitamins B3, B6, C, and the minerals zinc and magnesium) would not be able to get maximum benefit from flaxseeds' omega-3s because he or she would not be able to effectively convert the ALA upward into the other omega-3 fats. Being able to effectively convert ALA upward into these other omega-3 fats is very important to our health, and when we cannot effectively accomplish this task and don't compensate by eating foods that are high in EPA and DHA, we can significantly increase our risk of health problems.For that reason I take Flax Seeds and one capsule 1000mg of Krill Oil per day, which has:Omega-3 fatty acids 230mg, EPA 120mg, and DHA 60mg.

The media could not be loaded.  If you use a ton of flaxseed like I do, this is perfect! I still a little measuring cup in there and make a fresh batch of flax crackers every few days. See video for what this looks like.My favorite use is flax crackers: equal parts water and flax seeds. Add a little bit of apple cider vinegar and salt/seasonings to taste. Let the flax seeds for 20 to 30 minutes until it is a new salon it jus my favorite use is flax crackers: equal parts water and flax seeds. Add a little bit of apple cider vinegar and salt/seasonings to taste. Let the flax sit for 20 to 30 minutes, then spread thinly on parchment paper and score with pizza cutter. Put in oven at lowest setting: 175°F for my oven. This allows you to have raw crackers, because you are just dehydrating them. My favorite kinds of crackers: for sweet, our use some erythritol and cinnamon, both powdered and oil. For savory, I use onion powder, garlic powder, nutritious yeast flakes, chives, and grated Parmesan with salt. The savory’s are awesome for guacamole or any other kind of savory dip.

I had to rate it for taste, but, to be honest, I use it to make my shampoo and my hair gel. Now, i can say no more to chemicals in my hair! I love this stuff. I use 1/4 cup in two cups of water, bring it to a boil, let it simmer, and then, it will give off a thick oil trail that drips, sticky-like from your spoon (this lets you know 'all is well), at that point, you let it simmer for ten minutes or so, continually stirring. It makes me a month's worth of hair gel and it hasn't failed me. It conditions your hair instead of abuses it. Keep it in the fridge to avoid rancidity. You can also add a couple of drops of essential oils for scent if you wish. For the shampoo, I add 2 T. glycerin and 2 T, of Castile Soap, and, a few drops of rosemary 'in order' to be extra kind to my hair-after all, no one gets younger! Be sure to 'reuse' your seeds; it is in the third boiling that you make your shampoo, the gel is just now thin enough to utilize as shampoo! I love this product and I will repurchase as time passes. Remember, it won't lather like a soap, but, it doesn't 'strip your hair' of its color or its oils, either! LOVE THIS

This flax has the highest 5 star rating I've ever seen on Amazon for a health product. Don't be put off by the omega-6 content. It has twice as much omega-3, which is very good ratio. Some omega-3 is processed into DHA which is used to keep the brain working into your senior years. Omega-6 fuels the coagulation process, which is dangerous in excess, but necessary to keep you from bleeding to death from a cut. Research also shows flax lowers the risk of breast & prostate cancer. It stays fresh as a seed for months, but quickly goes rancid as a powder. If you're on a budget, flax is an inexpensive health food.

Good price. I use the flax seeds to make heat pillows. Just cut off an old pajama pant leg, securely tie off one end, pour in entire jar of seeds, tie open end, and microwave for 5-6 minutes. Warms chilled feet, eases back pain, and conforms nicely to your body. Better than sleeping with a stuffed animal!

I bought these on a whim while looking for flax seeds to grow for a summer project to harvest linen. Other options for flax seeds intended to be planted were either expensive, like 500 seeds for $10-$15, or were mixed in with other wild flowers. I did a germination test with a pinch of these seeds by putting them in a wet napkin and sandwich bag. I had intended to give it up to three weeks, but after two days I had an 84% germination rate. I expect it will get higher, but considering there are probably a million seeds in the 96oz. I am more than satisfied.