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On Sat, 26 May 2007 23:20:06 -0400, Eddie
> wrote:

>Cougar presented the following explanation :
>> Can someone explain to me how to use flax seed. I guess I have to grind it
>> then throw it in some food while cooking or after?
>> Kris
>
>I buy the Milled Flax Seed (Walmart $0.99) and put 2 Tablespoons in my
>lo carb waffle mix. I also add to the mix when I bake my own bread.
>You can throw it on top of cerial.

G'day G'day Eddie,

The oils in flaxseed are sensitive to light. If the flaxseed meal
is the residue from pressing the flaxseed for its oil there is no
problem. The defatted flaxseed is stable without refrigeration for
months and can be used for baking etc.

However if the flaxseed has simply been ground we are talking about a
very different situation. The vulnerable oils are exposed to air and
at a higher than safe temperature. Personally I wouldn't suggest
using it unless it has been stored with refrigeration.

IMHO those people who grind their own are doing the right thing.

Best wishes,
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Quentin Grady ^ ^ /
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