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How do i take milled flax seed?

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Let me explain: I sprinkled it on spagetti , i also put it on peanut butter sandwiches, salads and mix it into a gob of peanut butter with chocolate chips.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 12/10/2013

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Additive: You can add flaxseed to yogurt, breakfast cereal, baking or condiments.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/12/2016

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