flax q's

[flyguy7]

I finally decided to pick up some flaxseed oil, and I have a couple questions about it.

1. I bought this generic brand at a price chopper near school, it was pretty cheap- 200 1g tablets for about $20. Will this still be good stuff, or should i look into getting a better designer name brand. I don't have any experience with this stuff, and don't know where y'all get yours.

2. I've searched around on the forum, and a lot of you guys list how much oil you take in tbsp. I only have these gels, so how many should I be taking a day, and when? Just with any protein fat meal, or spread throughout the day? Thanks for any help.

[chest6]

I would get the oil. The gels are only 1g each and you'd have to take 14 of them to =1 tablespoon. (As far as my flax goes)

[novastepp]

what is the calorie count per gel?
one Tbsp is usually 120 cals
14g fat
1g saturated
8g Omega-3
3g Omega-6
2g Omega-9
hope that helps

[FranKieC]

If I were you I would look into getting the Oil from somebody who keeps it refridgerated. I make sure my local supplier does this for me before I get it.

[GQ-Bouncer]

safeway/extra foods carries flax seed oil in liquid form - incase your having trouble finding it

[LAGMuXle]

I take 1 Tblspn of oil with my last meal of the day, right before bed.

[flyguy7]

ouch, yeah that comes out to around 14 pills. Alright, i'll look into the oil, thanks for the help.

[novastepp]

no prob bro

[WHOADY4SHOADY]

I have a quick question. How much should one take of the flax a day? Ive been taking 14g twice a day.