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Flaxseed oil contains the highest concentration of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) omega-3 of any food oil at over 53%. It must be kept refrigerated and never heated, as it oxidizes very quickly. It's used primarily as a nutritional supplement rather than cooking oil.
No! Flaxseed oil has an extremely low smoke point and oxidizes quickly when heated, creating harmful compounds. Only use cold in dressings, smoothies, or drizzled on food.
Fresh flaxseed oil has a mild, nutty taste. If it tastes bitter, fishy, or like paint, it's rancid. Always refrigerate and use quickly.
Flaxseed provides ALA omega-3, which must convert to EPA/DHA (only 5-15% converts). Fish oil directly provides EPA/DHA. Both have benefits; they complement each other.
MUST refrigerate. Use within 6-8 weeks of opening. Never heat. Buy in dark bottles with recent press date. Discard if bitter taste develops.
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