Flax seed?

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Flax seed?

Postby jes » Mon Aug 22, 2005 7:08 pm

So, what's the deal with flax seed? I've seen a few smoothie recipes that include it. What does it do?
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Postby CAW » Mon Aug 22, 2005 7:21 pm

good source of a) fiber and b) omega 3 fatty acids.....heart healthy, and good for diabetics.
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Postby wrathy » Mon Aug 22, 2005 8:03 pm

Great stuff....however you have to use ground flax in order to get any of the benefits. The unground seeds will just *ahem* pass through your system. I usually keep ground flax in my freezer too, since it can go rancid pretty quickly.
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