Organic Flax Seed, Linseed, Linum usitatissimum Powder (Linum Usitatissimum Powder)

There has been a lot of talk about the health benefits of flaxseed oil but many people dont know exactly what it is and what it specifically does. Flax is a good source of plant omega-3 fatty acids, dietary fiber and other nutrients. Its nutrient composition differs from that of other major oil seeds such as canola and sunflower. It.s important to get the facts straight to make the best choice when purchasing flaxseed oil.

Flaxseed Powder comes from the seeds of the flax plant. According to the Thomas Jefferson Agricultural Institute, a flax seed is about 40% oil by weight. Of this oil, 55% of it is omega-3 fatty acid.