Flaxseeds - Linseed Q

[Wildfern]

Hey there. IÔÇÖm wanting to try a vintage hair setting lotion that calls for whole flaxseeds. I canÔÇÖt seem to find them┬áanywhere (ground seeds donÔÇÖt┬áwork) but my question is, is Flaxseeds and linseed┬áseeds the same thing? Thanks

[Olive]

Yes, they are the same thing. There are different varieties but the seeds are interchangeable. And particularly for cosmetic use I don't think you need to be concerned. You should be able to find whole flax seeds/linseeds in any health food shop, also Bin Inns. And I think the baking sections of most supermarkets would have them - can't remember the brand but it has pale green packaging. Healtheries?

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[Wildfern]

Yes, they are the same thing.  There are different varieties but the seeds are interchangeable.  And particularly for cosmetic use I don't think you need to be concerned.  You should be able to find whole flax seeds/linseeds in any health food shop, also Bin Inns.  And I think the baking sections of most  supermarkets would have them - can't remember the brand but it has pale green packaging.  Healtheries?

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https://shop.countdown.co.nz/shop/produc...lsrc=aw.ds

https://www.newworld.co.nz/shop/product/...lsrc=aw.ds

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Thank you so much Olive. I really appreciate your reply

[Oh_hunnihunni]

Cheaper at your local well stocked fruit and vegie shop. Ours are around $2 for 500gms.

[Wildfern]

Cheaper at your local well stocked fruit and vegie shop. Ours are around $2 for 500gms.

Awesome thank for that. Will try my local veggie stall. Supermarket far too busy (for my liking) 
today.

[paulinebennett11@gmail.com]

What would you use them for in baking?

[Olive]

They are used in low carb breads and in seedy crackers, also in gluten-free muesli I think.

[Zurdo]

You can use them as an egg substitute, boil some up and it makes a thick gel.