Organic Cold Milled Flax Seeds

Flax seeds are small, nutrient-rich seeds from the flax plant, which has been cultivated for thousands of years. "Organic" means they were grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. "Cold milled" indicates the seeds were ground at low temperatures to help preserve their nutritional value.

Flax seeds are often added to foods for their nutritional content, particularly fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. They are commonly found in baked goods like bread and muffins, breakfast cereals, granola bars, and as a topping for yogurt or salads.

Flax seeds are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are a source of dietary fiber and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an omega-3 fatty acid. International bodies like the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated flax seeds and their components. Research suggests that consuming flax seeds may have benefits for heart health and digestion due to their fiber and ALA content.