My Top Five Picks
For ground flax, the [Spectrum Essentials Ground Flaxseed](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Spectrum+Essentials+Ground+Flaxseed+cold+milled&tag=thetestedhub-20) is my long-running favorite because of the cold-milled freshness. For whole seeds, the [Anthony's Organic Whole Flaxseed](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Anthonys+Organic+Whole+Flaxseed+brown&tag=thetestedhub-20) is reliable and competitively priced per pound. The [Bob's Red Mill Premium Whole Flaxseed](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Bobs+Red+Mill+Premium+Whole+Flaxseed&tag=thetestedhub-20) is another excellent whole-seed choice that I find at most grocery stores.
Check price on Amazon →I added flaxseeds to my morning routine three years ago and have tried just about every brand on the shelf, including Trader Joe's whole and ground options.
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My Top Five Picks
For ground flax, the [Spectrum Essentials Ground Flaxseed](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Spectrum+Essentials+Ground+Flaxseed+cold+milled&tag=thetestedhub-20) is my long-running favorite because of the cold-milled freshness. For whole seeds, the [Anthony's Organic Whole Flaxseed](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Anthonys+Organic+Whole+Flaxseed+brown&tag=thetestedhub-20) is reliable and competitively priced per pound. The [Bob's Red Mill Premium Whole Flaxseed](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Bobs+Red+Mill+Premium+Whole+Flaxseed&tag=thetestedhub-20) is another excellent whole-seed choice that I find at most grocery stores.
Quick answers
Whole seeds last longer and are cheaper per ounce, but your body absorbs more nutrients from ground flax. I grind small batches weekly in a coffee grinder for the best of both worlds.
One to two tablespoons of ground flaxseed per day is the typical recommendation. More than that can cause digestive issues, especially if you are not used to fiber.
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