Flaxseed, also known as linseed, is an important vegan source of omega-3 fatty acids and has a range of other nutritional benefits What are flaxseeds? Flaxseeds (or linseeds) come from the flax ...

Flaxseed was cultivated in Babylon as early as 3000 BC. In the 8th century, King Charlemagne believed so strongly in the health benefits of flaxseed that he passed laws requiring his subjects to ...