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Flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) is known to humans possibly for as long as 30 millennia and is used for at least 9 millennia. The use of flax for the production of linen goes back at least to ancient Egyptian times. It is a good source of plant Omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and other nutrients. Consumption of the oil or seed has been reported to have beneficial effects on cardiovascular health and in the treatment of certain cancers and inflammatory diseases. Flax seed is also used in animal feed to increase levels of alpha-linolenic acid in meat or eggs.

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Flax, Omega-3, Oil, Fibers, Linen.
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