whole seeds pass through system undigested - so if we need to grind these, are toasted still better?
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I bought these to make my own tahini and the recipe called for toasted most probably for a better flavor. I did grind them.
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No. Only fill the hopper with what you're grinding for use now. Store the rest in a air tight jar stored in a cool, dark place (do not refrigerate).
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Don't think there would be a difference. I imagine that some get broken and dented when the seeds are removed and so would be sold as pieces and possibly cheaper??
956998
Yes. You should always grind flax seeds for nutritional value or they you don't get they're nutrients. They just pass through your system whole if you don't grind them, if you get my drift.
1773131
I did not see one before I threw the bulk bag away. I had re-bagged mine when it arrived into quart size ziplocks and stored those in the freezer as I do with any bulk nuts and seeds (since they can go rancid). There is so much conflicting information out there - initially I'd read it was a seed and then I've seen others swear up and down it is a grain and NOT a seed; so I error on the side of it being seed since those can spoil so much faster than grains ever would.
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I'd say the oils in the flax seed will probably gum up near the grinder and go rancid. You're probably better off buying a dedicated grinder/blender.
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Never had a problem with unpopped kernels. The lid is not the most study, but has held up so far. Have not used it for nuts.
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yes it does take longer to toast. I dumped my Krups for a Hamilton Beach. It takes just as long. Disappointed !!!!!
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I'm not sure whether your system can take care of the whole seeds but I myself grind them to make sure I get the full value of the seed.
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I think the shell- less sunflower seeds would fall right through. When I fill it with the shelled sunflower seeds, some do come out as I'm filling it.
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Grandpa taught me MANY years ago to run a few broken pieces of dry bread through a grinder as the last thing before taking it apart to clean it. The slightly abrasive and adsorbent bread seems to scour the drive worm, cutter, and plate pretty good. You still need to wash it, tho!
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I have only used it for course salt, but there is a burr on the bottom that tightens or loosens the grinding plate, so maybe small seeds are possible for it to grind. I know my salt comes out in very fine grains. Poppy sees are pretty tiny tho, so your guess is as good as mine.
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Hi Kathryn:I just rinse the seeds off before the initial soaking. I believe they are organic, so they should be fine.But contact The Sprout House if you are worried.Best,Sarah
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This is primarily what I use mine for (I'm not ashamed to admit it). The only downside is that with the wider slots, the PopTarts get a little bowed in the middle the longer they are toasted. Obviously, this doesn't affect the taste at all. :)
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Toasted, I think, has more flavor, so raw would be milder. Some might call it boring. The black sesame seed makes good hummus, too, and it's got a much stronger flavor, sort of like the toasted.
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I don't know about that because I've never entertained the idea of dehydrating sprouted grains. I just looked at my Clean-A-Screen tray and I don't think they would fall through because they have puffed up a bit. I don't do any sprouting myself but am going to give it a try after the holidays. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
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I sometimes run oats through my grinder to clean it with no problem. Since flax or sunflower seeds are a good deal softer than roasted coffee beans, I think it would be fine. The only thing I would worry about is the seed goo gumming up the burrs and making your coffee taste nasty. Please don't do that. Regards, NanoRoast