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Hello Lisa,
Yes, there is a difference. Milled flaxseed has the outer shell removed. Ground flaxseed is where the entire seed is ground and is a much better choice because it contains additional fiber.
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Dr. Getty
Hi Lisa,
The ground flaxseed may not be as concentrated in Omega 3 because, ounce for ounce, it has more fiber. But, it’s still a better choice because the outer shell of the flax seed is highly nutritious.
It makes sense that it's less expensive because the milling process adds an expense to the product. So, good deal!
Dr. Getty