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Flaxseed's health benefits come from the fact that it's high in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, as well as phytochemicals called lignans. One tablespoon (7 grams) of ground flaxseed contains 2 grams of polyunsaturated fatty acids (includes the omega 3s), 2 grams of dietary fiber and 37 calories.
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Each tablespoon of ground flaxseed contains about 1.8 grams of plant omega-3s. Lignans, which have both plant estrogen and antioxidant qualities. Flaxseed ...
Amount Per 1 tbsp, whole (10.3 g) | |
Calories 55 | |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 4.3 g | 6% |
Saturated fat 0.4 g | 2% |
Cholesterol 0 mg | 0% |
Sodium 3 mg | 0% |
Potassium 84 mg | 2% |
Total Carbohydrate 3 g | 1% |
Dietary fiber 2.8 g | 11% |
Sugar 0.2 g | |
Protein 1.9 g | 3% |
Caffeine 0 mg | |
Vitamin C | 0% |
Calcium | 2% |
Iron | 3% |
Vitamin D | 0% |
Vitamin B6 | 0% |
Cobalamin | 0% |
Magnesium | 10% |
Flax (Linum usitatissimum) is a food and fiber crop. Flaxseeds are a good source of dietary fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, including alpha-linolenic acid.