How to Store Flaxseed

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Leave flaxseed in its original packaging for 6-12 months.. Transfer opened flaxseed to a glass mason jar.. Stash your flaxseed in an airtight lidded container for 4-6 months.

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Leave flaxseed in its original packaging for 6-12 months.

Step 1

Leave flaxseed in its original packaging for 6-12 months.

2

Transfer opened flaxseed to a glass mason jar.

Step 2

Transfer opened flaxseed to a glass mason jar.

3

Stash your flaxseed in an airtight lidded container for 4-6 months.

Step 3

Stash your flaxseed in an airtight lidded container for 4-6 months.

4

Keep pre-portioned flaxseed in a plastic zipper bag for 1-2 weeks.

Step 4

Keep pre-portioned flaxseed in a plastic zipper bag for 1-2 weeks.

5

Opt for dark containers over clear ones.

Step 5

Opt for dark containers over clear ones.

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Move freshly-ground flaxseed to an airtight container for 3-4 days.

Step 6

Move freshly-ground flaxseed to an airtight container for 3-4 days.

7

Refrigerate your flaxseed for up to a year.

Step 7

Refrigerate your flaxseed for up to a year.

8

Freeze unused flaxseed to extend its shelf life to over a year.

Step 8

Freeze unused flaxseed to extend its shelf life to over a year.

9

Grind only as much as you plan on using right away.

Step 9

Grind only as much as you plan on using right away.

10

Protect ground flaxseed from prolonged exposure.

Step 10

Protect ground flaxseed from prolonged exposure.

11

Check the freshness of your flaxseed before using it.

Step 11

Check the freshness of your flaxseed before using it.

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