Flax and Cooking?????

[Prizz]

Can you use Flax oil for cooking? I was thinking of adding it to a few dishes I make, but was wondering if cooking with it will destroy its' benefical effects, or FFA's? Can anyone comment on this? Thanks

rizz

 

[javaguru]

It's not recommended but you can make a good salad dressing out of it.

 

[Prizz]

It's not recommended but you can make a good salad dressing out of it.

Can you explain why it's not recommended Java?

rizz

 

[Cynical Simian]

High heat damages EFAs.

http://www.askdrsears.com/html/4/t043800.asp

 

[Assertive Guy]

Can you explain why it's not recommended Java?

rizz

Im pretty sure you can cook with Hemp Seed Oil (linsead), or if not Olive oil would be next best.

Assertive Guy

 

[Lifterforlife]

Flax oil has a very low smoke point. Omega 3's are very fragile and do not hold up well under heat.

Another good oil to cook with, quite possibly the best is coconut oil.

 

[Prizz]

Hmmm.... Well thanks for the replies guys..... Appreciate it.....

rizz

 

[Steve The Bluesman]

I will never forget asking the idiot at the local meathead store for a bottle of flax oil. He points me to a $20 bottle of flax capsules...I tell him I want a bottle of flax.

He looks at me like I am from Mars and says, "Why? Are you going to cook with it?"

Needless to say, I buy my flax online now, 12 oz for $8.


Bluesman