Note: If you are taking any medications, consult with your doctor before adding flaxseed to your diet. It is not recommended that people with inflammatory bowel conditions consume flaxseed. Additionally, people who are pregnant or nursing should not consume ground flaxseed. Finally, people with fibroids, endometriosis, and polycystic ovary disease should not consume flaxseed. Breakfast Ideas * Add to cereal or oatmeal. * Mix into yogurt. * Mix into your protein shake or smoothie. * Stir into pancake mix. Lunch Ideas * Stir into your condiments, such as mayo or mustard, before putting them on your sandwich. * Sprinkle on salads or soups. * Add to homemade salad dressing. Snack Ideas * Combine with cinnamon to use as a dip for apples. * Sprinkle over a bowl of berries. * Stir into hummus. * Add to almond or peanut butter on toast. Dinner Ideas * Add to pasta sauce. * Stir into casseroles. * Add to meatballs or meatloaf. * Add to cooked veggies. * Use in place of breadcrumbs when cooking.