Flax Seed Shelf Life at Life

Flax Seed Shelf Life. What about the flaxseed oil that contains lignans? For ground flax you definitely want to keep it in the freezer or refrigerator.

While flax oil is good for obtaining fatty acids, it is not considered a good source for lignans. Fresh, whole flaxseed generally lasts for up to a year in an opaque, airtight container kept in the refrigerator. For meals, it tends to be less than a year.

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For ground flax you definitely want to keep it in the freezer or refrigerator. Flax seed oil contains practically no lignans. We guarantee a shelf life of two years at room temperature. At room temperature, whole flaxseed can last for six months past the written expiration date on the package, while ground flaxseed only has a shelf life of about a week past the written expiration date.