Guest guest Posted December 11, 2005 Report Share Posted December 11, 2005 I just ran across some flax seed hot cereal that I bought maybe 2 yrs ago. First, do you think it's still good? And second, how much flax does a person need per day? Thanx for any help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2005 Report Share Posted December 12, 2005 > I just ran across some flax seed hot cereal that I bought > maybe 2 yrs ago. First, do you think it's still good? Probably not - check the package for an expiry date. You must have a deep pantry cupboard for it to surface after two years! LOL! > And second, how much flax does a person need per day? Depends on its form, oil or pressed seeds: http://tinyurl.com/1kv5 Personally, I like the UDO's Blended Choice (dietary) oil over just plain flaxseed oil (like Barleans brand)and if I occasionally buy pressed flaxseeds in a package I just add a sprinkle (as an extra fiber source) to cottage cheese/yogurt/etc. Anyone not familiar with EFA's (essential fatty acids) can compare some brands here: http://www23.netrition.com/oils_page.html joni --------------------------------------------------- *Lift well, Eat less, Walk fast, Live long* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2005 Report Share Posted December 12, 2005 Personally, I would ditch the cereal unless it's been well stored in the freezer... or unless it's a highly processed cereal... in which case, it's probably not nearly as beneficial anyway. For flax consumption ideas... Whole flax seeds are awesome, but pass right through your system unless ground. I grind them in a coffee grinder and consume them right away. Keep whole flax seeds in the frigde and grind them right before use. Also, flax seed oil is great to mix in with protein shakes, etc. Keep it refrigerated, and don't use it for cooking. It turns rancid when heated too high. Some people cook the seeds in recipes that don't demand high heat, but don't use the oil for sauteeing (sp?) or in baked goods like bread, etc. Myra http://www.shapeupchallenge.com > > I just ran across some flax seed hot cereal that I bought maybe 2 yrs > ago. First, do you think it's still good? And second, how much flax > does a person need per day? > > Thanx for any help! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2005 Report Share Posted December 12, 2005 What do you think about Cold Pressed Flax Seed Oil in gel tablet form? ________________________________ From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Myra Sent: Monday, December 12, 2005 11:17 AM Subject: Re: How much flax? Personally, I would ditch the cereal unless it's been well stored in the freezer... or unless it's a highly processed cereal... in which case, it's probably not nearly as beneficial anyway. For flax consumption ideas... Whole flax seeds are awesome, but pass right through your system unless ground. I grind them in a coffee grinder and consume them right away. Keep whole flax seeds in the frigde and grind them right before use. Also, flax seed oil is great to mix in with protein shakes, etc. Keep it refrigerated, and don't use it for cooking. It turns rancid when heated too high. Some people cook the seeds in recipes that don't demand high heat, but don't use the oil for sauteeing (sp?) or in baked goods like bread, etc. Myra http://www.shapeupchallenge.com > > I just ran across some flax seed hot cereal that I bought maybe 2 yrs > ago. First, do you think it's still good? And second, how much flax > does a person need per day? > > Thanx for any help! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2005 Report Share Posted December 13, 2005 Depending on the brand, it usually takes about 14 capsules to equal one tablespoon of flax oil. So, unless you really prefer swallowing pills (like two per meal), you're better off with oil or ground seeds. On 12/12/05, Mounts, <.Mounts@...> wrote: > What do you think about Cold Pressed Flax Seed Oil in gel tablet form? > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2005 Report Share Posted December 13, 2005 OMG I just take one and I get the tummy growls for hours! 14????? I found the whole seeds at the store as well as the ground flaxseed meal. Will have to give that a try. I can't imagine taking 14 flax pills a day. shell ________________________________ From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Skwigg Sent: Monday, December 12, 2005 10:07 PM Subject: Re: Re: How much flax? Depending on the brand, it usually takes about 14 capsules to equal one tablespoon of flax oil. So, unless you really prefer swallowing pills (like two per meal), you're better off with oil or ground seeds. On 12/12/05, Mounts, <.Mounts@...> wrote: > What do you think about Cold Pressed Flax Seed Oil in gel tablet form? > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2005 Report Share Posted December 13, 2005 Thanks for the reply. I don't see an expiry date on the package. I'm going to pretend it's still good Yeah I was cleaning out a lower cupboard and that it was!! > > I just ran across some flax seed hot cereal that I bought > > maybe 2 yrs ago. First, do you think it's still good? > > > Probably not - check the package for an expiry date. You must have a > deep pantry cupboard for it to surface after two years! LOL! > > > And second, how much flax does a person need per day? > > Depends on its form, oil or pressed seeds: > http://tinyurl.com/1kv5 > > Personally, I like the UDO's Blended Choice (dietary) oil over just > plain flaxseed oil (like Barleans brand)and if I occasionally buy > pressed flaxseeds in a package I just add a sprinkle (as an extra > fiber source) to cottage cheese/yogurt/etc. > Anyone not familiar with EFA's (essential fatty acids) can compare > some brands here: http://www23.netrition.com/oils_page.html > > > > joni > > --------------------------------------------------- > *Lift well, Eat less, Walk fast, Live long* > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 14, 2005 Report Share Posted December 14, 2005 Is your ground flax fresh? Smell it. Ground flax and flax oil don't last long at room temperature. I usually freeze all but the portion I will use in during a week. Then, I refrigerate that portion in an airtight container. You will be able to tell by the smell. Fresh flax has a pleasant slightly nut-like smell. M. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 14, 2005 Report Share Posted December 14, 2005 > > Is your ground flax fresh? > Hmm say that fast three times <G> Colleen, who is too bored at work today Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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