However, freshly ground flex seed does work. I use a coffee grinder and grind 2 tablespoons everyday. Take with oatmeal or with yogurt. Only problem is it makes me bloated sometimes. Since I have a ver delicate digestion system, I have to live with it until something better comes up.
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