Flax’s omega-3 fatty acids, fibre and other nutritional benefits have made flaxseed a popular food ingredient for people of all ages. Flaxseed is available as whole seed and ground whole seed. Grinding or milling the seeds makes the nutrients more available.
“Based upon the strength of the scientific data we submitted, Health Canada’s Food Directorate recommended the acceptance of a health claim showing flaxseed can lower blood cholesterol,” said William Hill, president of the Flax Council of Canada. “This is a proud achievement, as Canada is the first country in the world to allow a health-related claim for flaxseed for use on food labels. This claim is one of only a dozen deemed to meet the rigorous scientific criteria established by Health Canada.”
Source: The Flax Council of Canada
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