Flaxseed oil has a mildly nutty flavor.

Heres what to know about it.

Typically, any flaxseed oil labelled as raw, virgin, or cold-pressed is meant for culinary purposes.

Whole Foods 365 Flax Oil filtered

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If the oil has any sour smell or bitter taste, its off and should be thrown away.

Its sensitive to heat and has a very low smoke point; just 225F compared toolive oils 380F.

Flax oil bottle with glass jar of flaxseeds

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Flaxseed oil in a white bowl on a wood cutting board

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