Flaxseed

Milled and whole flaxseed (also known as linseed) from Linwoods and Just Natural, alongside nutritious blends with cocoa, berries, almonds and other seeds.

Flaxseed and linseed are two names for the same thing, but most people choose to consume the milled form. Whole flaxseed has a tough shell and passes through the digestive system largely intact, meaning your body absorbs far fewer of its nutrients. The milling process breaks the seed open, making those nutrients more readily available.

Because milling exposes the seed's natural oils to the air, it's important to store milled flaxseed in the fridge once opened and use it within a few weeks to help maintain freshness. This is also why milled flaxseed is typically sold in smaller packs than the whole variety.