Also, flaxseed oil goes rancid rather quickly in comparison to other oils, and polymerizes into semisolid or solid forms.  This process begins as soon as the seed hull is cracked.  If you&#x27;re trying to change the diet of an entire city, it is probably better to promote unmilled chia seed and whole oily fish or krill.  Unlike flax seed, chia seed can be digested without milling.<p>There&#x27;s also something to be said for algae and algae oil, but it isn&#x27;t likely to be useful until someone works out how to change its flavor to be more palatable.