The flax seed oil is extracted from seed of the cultivated flax (Linum usitatissimum) grown in the ecological farming and belongs to the oldest utility plants in the world. The seeds are gently pressed at low temperatures below 40°C, with absence of light and air. No chemical solvents or toher additives are applied. The oil is charactecterized with yellow-brown colour with slightly bitter taste and counts among the most valued virgin oils.
Organic flax seed oil is a rich source of omega-3 and other valuable essential unsaturated fatty acids, especially alpha-linolenic (over 55%). These omega-3 acids have a very positive impact on cardio-vascular system, veins and help reduce blood pressure. It also assists in keeping healthy mucous membranes and acts as an effective prevention against civilization diseases. The flax seed oil helps cleaning liver and kidneys, has anti-inflammatory properties, strengthens immunity and motoric system - apply oil packs directly on joints. Women will appreciate its effect, especially, against menstrual pains.
Organic virgin flax seed oil is also used as body oil as it softens and plasticizes hard, dry and cracked skin. It is also effective against eczema and other skin diseases. It assists in skin regeneration after irradiation and when applied on hair, it reduces occurrence of dandruffs.
The flax seed oil is only suitable for cold dishes as seasoning of finished meals. It is very tasty in combination with white cheese, cottage cheese, fresh vegetables or white yogurt. It makes an excellent salad-dressing for vegetable salads and spreads. It is not destined for frying, baking or cooking. Do not warm up!
Due to the high content of polyunsaturated fatty acids, the oil is prone to rancidification. It goes bad rather fast at standard temperatures with presence of ait, that is why it is necessary to keep the oil in a cool and dark place.
100% cold-pressed fl ax seed oil in organic quality
Energy | 3700 kJ/900 kcal |
Fat, out of which: | 100 g |
- saturates | 10g |
- mono-unsaturates* | 20 g |
- poly-unsaturates** | 70 g |
Carbohydrate, out of which: | 0 g |
- sugars | 0 g |
Salt | 0 g |
* of which oleic acid (Omega-9) 17.5 g
** of which linoleic acid (Omega-6) 15 g, alpha-linolenic acid (Omega-3) 55 g
Suitable only for cold meals, salads, dressings and seasoning of finished meals. Not suitable for frying, baking or cooking! Do not heat up!
Storage: Store at temperature 5-10 °C, in a dark and dry place. Keep away from direct sunlight. Close the bottle thoroughly. Do not warm up!
Volume: 250 ml
Country of origin: The Netherlands