Flax

Flax

Flaxseed is the plant kingdom's best source of the essential fatty acid, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). ALA is converted by the body into DHA and EPA - omega-3 fatty acids that are found primarily in fatty fish like salmon, sardines and mackerel.

In addition to flax's potent omega-3 punch, these tiny seeds are also the richest source cancer-fighting nutrients called lignans.

HEALING TIP: Because your body can't derive the full benefit of flaxseeds if you consume them whole, grind flaxseed in a coffee grinder.

The Benefits

*Excellent Source of: ALA Omega-3
*Good Source of: Fiber, Thiamin, Magnesium, Manganese
*Preferences: Low Saturated Fat, Low Cholesterol, Low Sodium, Low Carbohydrate, Low Sugars, No Fish, No Red Meat, No Pork, No Eggs, No Shellfish, No Gluten, No Nuts, No Soy, No Dairy, No Poultry, No Corn, No Yeast, No Peanuts, No Molds, No Citrus, No Tubers, No Nightshade, No Legumes, No Grains

Selecting and Storing

Smell flaxseed sold in bulk to ensure its freshness. Rancid flax has an odor like oil-based paint. After purchasing whole flaxseed, transfer to an airtight container and use only as much as you need at a time to ensure maximum nutritional benefits and freshness.

Nutrition Information(amounts per serving)

Serving Size: 2-Tbsp(s) SEEDS,FLAXSEED

OMEGA-6 / OMEGA-3 RATIO: 0.25

Calories: 75

MACRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.9 g	*
Saturated Fat	0.51 g	*
Monosaturated Fat	1 g	*
Polyunsaturated Fat	4 g	*
Trans Fat	0 g	*
Essential Fatty Acids (Omega-3)
ALA	3194 mg	*
EPA, DHA	0 mg, 0 mg	*
Conjugated linolenic acid (CLA)	0 mg	*
Cholesterol	0 mg	*
Total Carbohydrate	4 g	*
Sugars	0.22 g	*
Fiber	3.8 g	*
Protein	2.6 g	*

MICRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
VITAMINS
Vitamin A	0 IU	0%
Vitamin C	0.08mg	0%
Vitamin D	0 IU	0%
Vitamin E	0.04 IU	0%
Vitamin B6	0.07 mg	4%
Vitamin B12	0 mcg	0%
Vitamin K	0.6 mg	1%
Folate	12.2 mcg	3%
Niacin	0 mg	0%
Riboflavin	0.02 mg	1%
Thiamin	0.23 mg	15%
MINERALS
Calcium	35.7 mg	4%
Copper	0 mg	0%
Iron	0.8 mg	4%
Magnesium	54.9 mg	14%
Manganese	0.35 mg	18%
Phosphorous	89.9 mg	9%
Potassium	113.8 mg	3%
Selenium	3.6 mcg	5%
Sodium	4.2 mg	0%
Zinc	0.61 mg	4%
PHYTONUTRIENTS
Alpha-carotene	0 mcg
Beta-carotene	0 mcg
Beta-cryptoxanthin	0 mcg
Lutein + zeaxanthin	91.1 mcg
Lycopene	0 mcg

*Notes on Macronutrients: Because your personal nutrition needs are unique, please refer to the information on this site to learn more about your intake of macronutrients (Fats, Carbohydrates & Protein).