Flax (Linum usitatissimum) is a beautiful blue flowered plant grown on the plains of the North Central United States and Canada. Modern research has taken great interest in flaxseed. Study after study confirms that the oil and fiber components of flaxseed have wonderful health benefits. Flax seed has many health-enhancing properties, and our golden flax has a delicious, fresh, and nutty flavor. We carefully select only the cleanest, highest quality, organic flaxseed grown in North Dakota for our customers. Flaxseed is an outstanding source of many essential nutrients, including: proteins, carbohydrates, minerals, folate, vitamin B-6, pantothenic acid, magnesium, potassium, iron, thiamine, copper, zinc, calcium and phosphorus. Flax can help normalize cholesterol levels, aid digestion, and help prevent some cancers. Studies show lower incidences of breast, colon and prostate cancers in people who regularly eat food with a high lignan content. Flax is a leading source of lignan. Flaxseeds are loaded with omega-3 essential fatty acids. The combination of Omega-3s and soluble fiber in flax helps promote normal cholesterol levels. Omega-3s have been shown in studies to improve depression and some symptoms of other mental health problems, to help with hypertension, and to improve rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, Raynaud's disease, and other autoimmune diseases. Click here for Nutrition Facts 1 pound bag: $3.95 5 pound bag: $3.75/# Save 5%! 10 pound bag: $3.55/# Save 10%! 15 pound bag: $3.37/# Save 15%! 20 pound bag: $3.19/# Save 19%! 25 pound bag: $3.03/# Save 23%! 50 pound bag: $2.87/# Save 27%! Certified Organic by Indiana Certified Organic Certified Kosher by Chicago Rabbinical Council Certified Vegan by Vegan Action Raw, Gluten Free, Soy Free, Nut Free Why Organic Flaxseed: Flax is an ancient crop that was used as a food source as far back as 3000 B.C. Hippocrates wrote of using flaxseed for the relief of abdominal pain. Charlemagne, considered flax so healthy that he passed laws requiring its consumption. Modern day researchers believe that the lignans, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids (EFA's) found in ground flax seed are essential to good health. The body does not produce essential fatty acids (EFA's) i.e. Linolenic acid and Linoleic acid and, as a result, they must be supplied through diet. Ground Flax Seed is rich in EFA's. Un-ground flax seed is not digestible and, as a result, it will not supply the body with the necessary lignans or ALA. To be effective, flax seed must be ground before it is ingested or soaked and dehydrated to make the seeds chewable. For optimum nutrient value, use ground flax seeds instead of flax oil. Flax oil contains omega-3 fatty acids, but it does NOT contain the beneficial lignans and fiber. The lignans and fiber are removed in the production process. Flax seed contains both soluble and insoluble fiber. About one-third of the fiber in flax seed is soluble. Soluble fiber can aid in lowering cholesterol and regulating blood sugar levels. Two-thirds of the fiber in flax seed is insoluble. Insoluble fiber aids digestion by increasing bulk and preventing constipation. These characteristics seem to have a role in reducing incidents of colon cancer. Ground Flax Seed is rich in protein, B vitamins, vitamin E, beta-carotene, calcium, potassium, magnesium, manganese and zinc. Typical ground flax seed intake - 25 to 30 grams / day. Always purchase whole flax seed - Avoid purchasing ground flax seed - its potency may be diminished due to improper handling and storage. Flax seed contains anti-oxidants that keep the oil and pulp fresh within the seed. Flax seed should be kept "whole" until immediately prior to use. Processed foods take energy to digest. Whole foods provide energy and nutrients during and after digestion. Flax seed is easily ground using a Coffee Grinder, Grain Grinder, Blender, Vitamix, etc. Thank you for visiting contact webmaster     Site Map     policy/disclaimer [Monday] January 05, 2009 10:49 PM EDT