Showing posts with label flax. Show all posts
Showing posts with label flax. Show all posts

Friday, February 17, 2012

The Facts On Flax

Flax seed oil is the richest source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), a member of the omega -3 essential fatty acid family.  Because our body is unable to manufacture essential fatty acids (EFAs), they must be consumed through our diet.  Here are just a few of the health benefits of omega -3 essential fatty acids.