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light, nutty flavour makes it ideal for multi-
ple uses, including salads, dips, dressings
and marinades, and its high smoke point
of 475 degrees Fahrenheit ensures safer
cooking and healthier attributes compared
to its competitors. The oil’s beneficial prop-
erties have drawn the attention of the Ca-
nadian Health Food Association (CHFA),
which lists camelina oil among its five key
natural health trends for 2015. The oil is
being praised for its rich supply of mono-
and polyunsaturated fats and high level of
heart-healthy omega-3s. It’s also consid-
ered nut- and gluten-free, making it ideal
for anyone following a special diet.
“I know this product, I love this product,”
Elysia said. “We are doing something right
and making progress.”
CAMELINA’S ATTRIBUTES
SETTING IT UP FOR SUCCESS
Also known as wild flax or the better flax,
camelina is more closely related to the
NatashaVandenhurk, CEO and Elysia
Vandenhurk, Chief Operating Officer
(L to R): DanVandenhurk; ElysiaVandenhurk, Natas
Vandenhurk, Ron Emde and Colin Rosengren
