Flaxseed
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Cup, Whole168 g
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Tbsp, Whole10 g
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Tbsp, Ground7 g
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Tsp, Whole3 g
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Tsp, Ground3 g

Calories in 1 tbsp; whole (10 g)
53.4 calories, 37.8 from fat
 
Carbs
2.9 g
 
Proteins
1.8 g
 
Fat
4.2 g
 
Sat. Fat
0.4 g

KEY FACTS

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  • Flaxseed has high calorie density - this means that the amount of calories you are getting from an ounce is high (0.19 cal/oz).
  • Rich in vitamins and minerals (23.7%/cal) - a good source of Manganese (controls the level of sugar in the blood), Magnesium (helps for the proper digestion proteins, carbohydrates, and fats), Phosphorus (releaves minor health problems like muscle weakness, numbness and fatigue), Copper (essential for normal growth and health), Selenium (stimulates the creation of antioxidants), Iron (a vital element for muscle health), Zinc (very important in dealing with prostate disorders), Calcium (helps you keep slim and trim), Vitamin B6 (helps cure depression) and Potassium (plays an important role in the process of keeping brain function normal level).
  • Flaxseed contains a moderate amount of risky components that may include saturated fat and sodium (0.01%/oz).
  • Good source of proteins (37% of DV/100g) and fiber (109% of DV/100g)!
Calories Nutrition Risky Content
High
Density
(5.3 cal/g)
High
Density
(23.7 %/cal)
Medium
Density
(0.2 %/g)

NUTRITION FACTS

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)
4%
Protein
1%
Carbs
11%
Fiber
7%
Fat
2%
Saturated Fat
0%
Cholesterol
0%
Sodium
0%
Added Sugar

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VITAMINS

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)

MINERALS

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)

Great source of Manganese

Controls the level of sugar in the blood; Essential for healthy bones.

NUTRITION LABEL

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)

Nutrition Facts

Flaxseed

Serving Size: tbsp; whole (10g)

* Amount Per Serving
Calories 53.4 cal
Calories from Fat 37.8 cal
% Daily Value
Total Fat 4.2 g 6.5%
Saturated Fat 0.4 g 1.8%
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 3 mg 0.1%
Total Carbohydrate 2.9 g 1%
Dietary Fiber 2.7 g 10.9%
Sugars (Added) 0 g 0%
Protein 1.8 g 3.7%
 
Vitamins
Vitamin A 0 IU 0%
Vitamin B6 0 mg 2.4%
Vitamin B12 0 mcg 0%
Vitamin C 0.1 mg 0.1%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Vitamin E 0 mg 0.1%
Vitamin K 0.4 mcg 0.5%
 
Minerals
Calcium (Ca) 25.5 mg 2.6%
Copper (Cu) 0.1 mg 6.1%
Iron (Fe) 0.6 mg 3.2%
Magnesium (Mg) 39.2 mg 9.8%
Manganese (Mn) 0.2 mg 12.4%
Potassium (K) 81.3 mg 2.3%
Phosphorus (P) 64.2 mg 6.4%
Selenium (Se) 2.5 mcg 3.6%
Zinc (Zn) 0.4 mg 2.9%