Flaxseed Oil, Virgin, Organic

Pure, Unrefined (Virgin), Organically grown Flaxseed Oil Product Details Botanical name :  Linum usitatissimum Extraction method / Source :  Cold Pressed, Filtered / Seeds Key constituents :  Alpha-linolenic Acid (ALA), Vitamin E Plant description :  Botanical family: Linaceae The flax plant, also known as linseed, is an annual flowering plant which was domesticated in ancient Egypt, and is now grown in many areas worldwide. The plant grows to 4 feet in height and produces soft green leaves and delicate blue flowers which develop into brown capsules containing many seeds. Flax is grown for the manufacture of food and nutritional supplements, textiles and wood finishing products. The oil of the flax seed is commonly referred to as linseed oil. Regions of Production :  USA Growing Practices :  Organically farmed. Plants are tested after harvest for purity. History / Fun Facts :  Research studies have shown lignans to have anti-carcinogenic properties, and have associated lignan use with