Flax Seeds (Alsi)

Flax seeds have been cultivated for their health properties for thousands of years. They are small, flat and have a mild nutty flavour that barely registers on its own, which is why they blend so easily into so many different foods. Ground flax seeds are particularly useful because grinding breaks down the tough outer shell and makes the nutrition inside much more bioavailable.

At Noha Harvest we stock whole flax seeds that you can eat as is or grind as needed. Brown flax seeds have a slightly more pronounced flavour compared to golden flax, but both are nutritionally similar.

A genuinely easy way to add meaningful omega-3 and fibre to your daily diet.

Good to know

• One of the best plant sources of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA omega-3)
• Contains lignans which have natural antioxidant and hormone-balancing properties
• Very high in soluble fibre which lowers bad cholesterol
• Supports digestive regularity
• May help reduce hot flashes during menopause

How people use them

• Ground and mixed into roti or paratha dough
• Sprinkled over yoghurt, salads and soups
• Blended into smoothies and shakes
• As an egg substitute in vegan baking (1 tbsp ground flax plus 3 tbsp water)
• Added to homemade energy bars and protein balls