The nutritional value of golden flax seed vs. brown flax seed are very similar if the samples are of the same quality. I mention quality because it is very important in determining the omega 3 content and overall nutritional value. A high quality flaxseed whether golden or brown will accomplish the same, although we have found most people prefer the nutty-buttery flavor of our golden flax seed over the brown flax seed.

Both brown and yellow flaxseed provide the same nutritional benefits: lignans, dietary fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids, which together work to enhance your health and heart fitness and give protection against certain types of cancer. The yellow flax generally has a higher oil content, and may be preferred by some because of its light color. Whole flaxseeds are hard and are difficult to crack even with careful chewing. See similar questions...

There is not much difference between Brown and Golden Flaxseed other than Golden Flax Seed has more of a nutty taste. Nutritionally they are very similar. Our Natural Golden Flax and Roasted Golden Flax have the same nutritional value. See similar questions...

Golden and brown flax both contain the same nutritional benefits in terms of omega-3 fatty acids, lignans, protein and dietary fiber. It's a matter of choice but rest assured that you can substitute golden for brown and vice versa without sacrificing any of the natural goodness in flaxseed. See similar questions...

Yes, our Flax Seed works great for the purpose of creating aromatheraphy products such as wraps and pillows. Our flaxseed is free of weed seeds and debris that may eventually work their way through the fabrics. Click here for Flax Seed for crafts and animal feed. Ground flax seed is a source of Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and lignans that exhibit a number of properties that are essential to good health. See similar questions...

The answer is quite simple. In this day of processed foods, by grinding your own Golden Flax Seed from Stevens' Sales, LLC you know exactly what you are consuming. Our Real Cold Milled Flax has a non-refrigerated shelf life on 20 months. RCM Flax? is truly a cold milled product and process. The flax enters the RCM process at room temperature, is milled at room temperature and exits at room temperature. See similar questions...

Tip for cooking with Flax Seed: If you grind 1/4 cup of whole Flaxseed it will equal approximately 1/2 cup of ground Flax. See similar questions...

Our Roasted Flaxseed (in the whole seed form) is shipped in vacuum sealed bags. Once the bags are opened the Roasted Flax Seed should be refrigerated or frozen to ensure freshness and quality. The Golden Roasted Flax has a guaranteed shelf life of 1 year. See similar questions...

Flax Seed in the whole seed form does not need to be refrigerated or frozen. Whole Flax should be stored out of direct sunlight and will store for over two years. This page provides useful links and information concerning the benefits of adding Golden Flaxseed to your diet. To get the most nutritional value from flax it should be ground. Whole Flaxseed will store 2 years or more as long it is stored in a low humidity area and out of direct sunlight. See similar questions...

The advantage of eating flax seed over flax oil is that flaxseed is a complete food providing you with the benefits of Omega3, 6 & 9 EFA's, fiber, protein, plant lignans, vitamins, minerals and amino acids. Flax oil, expelled from the flax seed, contains the EFA's but not the fiber, protein and plant lignans (an anti-cancer agent). Flaxseed contains approximately 40% oil. See similar questions...

No, Flax Seed Oil has a high essential fatty acid profile and is a cold preparation oil that should be raised to a temperature of no more than 120°F/49°C due to the delicate polyunsaturated fats found in this oil. You can add it to your food after cooking, as well as, include it in cold preparation dressings. See similar questions...

Seeds from the Flax plant, native to Eurasia, are crushed to make Flax Seed Oil, often named Linseed Oil. See similar questions...

In order to prevent a deficiency of Essential Fatty Acids 1-2 teaspoons of Flax Seed Oil should be taken. For Mass and Bodybuilding there is increasing evidence that low fat diets relate to low levels of Testosterone. It is suggested that 1-3 Tablespoons is the optimal range for bodybuilding. DURHAM, N.C.--A low-fat diet supplemented with flaxseed may help reduce the risk of prostate cancer, researchers from Duke University Medical Center report in the July issue of Urology. See similar questions...

We do recommend grinding the seeds for the majority of the flaxseed you consume in order to receive maximum nutritional benefit. The reason for this is the seeds are very small and it is hard to thoroughly chew them all. Your body utilizes the mucilage from the outer coating of the unbroken seeds, which does have health benefits but will not take advantage of the Omega's within the seeds. I eat whole seeds sometimes because I like them that way, but I also eat plenty of ground seed everyday. See similar questions...

Our flaxseed is the Omega variety developed by North Dakota State University for human consumption. It is not GMO. It is not sprayed with fungicides or insecticides. A weed spray is used early in the growing stage before the seeds are formed on the plant, for this reason it is not considered organic. Laboratory testing has confirmed there is no carry over of the spray on the mature flax seeds. Our flax seed is tested for food born bacteria and pathogens. See similar questions...

Our whole seed should be stored in a dry area protected from UV rays and virtually has an unlimited shelf life. Our Milled seed has a guaranteed 280 day shelf life stored at room temperature. To extend shelf life it can be stored in the refrigerator. See similar questions...