Organic linseed oil is especially recommended for its high content of the essential fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid (50%). This fatty acid is involved in regulating metabolism by participating in the production of prostaglandins. It is the oil richest in omega 3. The oil is extracted from Linum usitatissimum. According to its properties, the varieties are classified as oilseed flax (seed flax) or textile flax (fiber flax). The varieties differ in seed or fiber yield, stem height, seed size, and fiber quality. Oilseed flax is cultivated worldwide. The plant is grown on all continents, with the main producers being Canada, Argentina, India, and the United States. The seeds used at Huilerie Emile Noël are grown following organic farming methods, that is, without using chemical fertilizers or pesticides, but using green manure and crop rotation. Vegetable oil for seasoning only. Do not use for frying. This unsaturated oil is very fragile and should be kept in a cool place, protected from moisture and light. Keep away from heat before opening. Once opened, keep refrigerated for up to three months. Vegetable oil crystallizes at temperatures below 10°C. FR-BIO-01