Does it break down things like flax and chia seeds to a smooth consistency?
218729
I'm not sure. I use flax seed oil. I will say that it pulverizes the beets that I use pretty well.
218730
I use ground flax seed, but I also use blueberries and strawberries and those seeds aren't broken down but they're very small. You might want to grind them in a coffee grinder or something, then add.
218731
I have not had the need to break down Flax or Chia seeds as of yet. Sorry I am unable to answer your question. However we had a difficult time trying to mince up an Avocado which was cut up into chunks about the size of an ice cube. Had to keep stopping the unit and pushing them down with a wooden spoon a number of times to get it all completely ground up.
218732
I never used chia, and I generally buy ground flax. However, for the short time it works, it should handle it. Seriously, I bought two of them and didn't get a full month's work out of the pair.
218733
I've not tried those particular seeds, but I will say the smoothies we make with raspberries are very seedy and it doesn't seem to matter how long you blend it, they are still seedy. Hope this helps.
1962338
None..this is a natural product and is not processed. It has only Omega 6 and Omega 3 fatty acids in its natural form. Chia seeds are a wonderful addition to your diet and I use 1 to 2 tablespoons in my yogurt or oatmeal a day. I just mix it in and eat it raw or cooked. It is so easy to add to your diet and I have been eating them for over 2 years.
2137263
I need something I can crush chia seeds with,that I put into my smoothies. Will the 900 do it without damaging a blade.? What about carrots, pineapple, and celery??
741124
I've been using mine for just flax seeds since I purchased it and it works very well. keep your seeds in the refrigerator and use the small spice cup and lid. fill it about halfway and grind then shake it and grind again. I store the cup in the fridge as well and add them to shakes and salads.
602617
It does a good job on everything I've tried, but I haven't tried flaxseeds. It grinds fine as dust or coarse for pepper. Small and doesn't take a big space for storage. Sorry about not having your answer.
2079209
It will grind up flax seeds and chia seeds for me (in my smoothies) - my guess is that you perhaps needed for liquid to allow the blades to spin at their fastest speed and move the berries/seeds completely through the processor's cycle. Try it with more fluid/liquid and see what happens.
1762182
No, it will not grind flax seeds. PS. I love golden flax seeds. Many people assume that the dark brown flax seeds are the only ones available.
83441
no, you just have to pulse it and check it periodically to see if the consistency is what you want. But it works pretty good. I used it to grind chaga for tea. Look up chaga.
601440
No, it won't be that smooth. You can make purees but it will be somewhat thick/slightly chunky.
1231594
It comes out very smooth. It will blend everything. I even put in flax seeds and can't even see it. It's the best blender ever!!
1797249
I tried grinding chia seed. It didn't do well. On a fine setting, the seed didn't go through, and stayed in the grinding burr. Any other settings, and the seed would fall through. I tried grinding the seed on several different settings, with no luck. I think it's too oily for this grinder. Chia is a lot smaller than flax, but they both have a lot of oil.
2152629
I add it to my blender for a smoothie also. I do put the flax milk in first and then the banana and protein power....THEN all the fruit and spinach and carrots too. (when I do it in that order it is perfect....if I add it at the end then it does stick to the blender and not mix well.)
1140400
I have no idea, but since this works for me, . . . I suggest you compare the process of Bob's Red Mill Organic Flaxseed... with the previous one you bought. Sorry
112732
Yes they do settle but, A quick shake to mix contents is still faster verses waiting for the pill form to get into your system. I have tried both forms.
2245397
Not really, I have only used it for salt. First, make sure you filled the glass bowl with the seeds, and screwed the grinder top on tightly. Turn it upside down, with the glass bowl on top, and holding the base, turn the glass clockwise to activate the grinder. If you are doing all that, perhaps the seeds are oily and catching in the grinder? I use my Vitamix to grind flax, it works wonderfully.
2000425
It does a reasonable job of grinding flax seed; however, if you want more than a very small amount you will be twisting it for a long time. It takes a lot of work to produce more than a small amount of ground seed.
745962
When I use chia and flax seeds, sometimes there are small dots of something that does not rinse out. I just clean it out with a sponge or dish brush. Not a problem.