Linseed (Flaxseed)
What British kitchens call linseed, the rest of the world calls flax: one small seed with serious credentials — high in fibre (up to 31g per 100g), naturally rich in plant omega-3 (ALA) and lignans, with a subtle nutty taste that slips into porridge, bread and smoothies.
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Linseed — the UK name for flaxseed
Whole or milled?
Whole brown and golden linseed keep freshest and add crunch — but grind them or chew well, or the tough shell passes straight through. Ground linseed is ready to absorb and makes the classic vegan flax egg: 1 tablespoon milled seed, 3 tablespoons water.
Daily users start with a teaspoon and build to 1–2 tablespoons a day, taken with plenty of fluids. For the full range — organic, everyday and 1.5kg value bags — see our complete Flaxseed & Linseed collection.
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