Flaxseed oil is obtained by cold-pressing ripened and dried flax seeds. The oil is also commonly known as linseed oil. This oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and has been associated with numerous health benefits.
Alpha-linolenic acid aka ALA is found in abundance in Flaxseed oil. Your daily ALA needs can be comfortably met if you consume just a tablespoon of Flaxseed oil.
