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Flaxseed Oil
A nutty oil obtained from flax seeds
(or linseeds). Linseed oil is also used for paint because it dries very easily. Flaxseed oil is the richest plant source of Linolenic fatty acids (omega 3).
Because of its high content of Omega 3 flaxseed oil is highly volatile and should never be heated.
Category: Oils and Fats
In Season: all year
To Buy:
Always purchase unrefined cold pressed flax seed oil in dark containers. Available from the refrigerator section in health food stores. Check the date of packing and expiry date before you buy it. Best to buy small bottles and use within 4 weeks of opening than larger bottles to store for longer.
To Store:
Store in the fridge and use within the expiry date. May be frozen.
Tips & Tricks:
Thought to boost the metabolism, a tbsp of flax seed oil with breakfast each day may assist weight loss.
Cooking Tips:
Never use flaxseed oil for cooking. Delicious as a salad dressing, poured over breakfast cereal or baked vegetables.
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Nutrition per 1 Tablespoon:

Energy (kJ):
330
Protein (g):
0.0
Omega 3's (g):
Salicylates:
No information available
Carbohydrates, g:
0.0
Fat (g):
13.6
Amines:
No information available
Glutamates:
n/a

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

Aches & Pains
Asthma
Constipation
High Blood Cholesterol
Low Energy
Acne
Arthritis
Eczema
High Blood Pressure
Menstrual Problems
Alzheimers Disease
Atherosclerosis
Heart Disease
Inflammation
Skin Conditions
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* 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.

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