How do I tell if my Flax seed oil is funky?

[DanG]

I know it's not something that will ever taste like strawberry jam, but it's nasty. I've taken 3 tablespoons so far and haven't gotten sick, so I don't really think it's rancid, but I don't know for sure.

Help please!!!

 

[anthrax]

a rancid oil won't make you be sick

it just tastes and smells nasty
and the oil loses its healthy properties (due to its poly-unsaturated fatty acids)

 

[gymtime]

Actually, flax oil should not have much of a smell if any. If it smells bad, throw it out.

 

[FitFossil]

Flaxseed oil should have a slightly nutty taste. Keep it refridgerated. Only buy enough to get you through a month.

 

[DanG]

I bought the little bottle and take 3 tablespoons a day, which should last me about 5 weeks. The bottle says to finish within 6 weeks of opening.

 

[gymtime]

With flax oil, you will know when it's gone bad by the smell.

 

[DaCypher]

So you shouldn't be able to taste the oil for the rest of the day? I've tried a couple flax seed oil brands where this happened to me, they both had very strong flavors. I guess its possible they were both rancid? Not sure if I want to try another brand or not...