Description
Flax (Linum usitatissimum) is a beautiful blue flowered plant grown on the plains of Central Canada and the North Central United States.Modern research has taken great interest in flax seed. Study after study confirms that the oil and fiber components of flax seed have wonderful health benefits.
Interesting Facts
Flax seed and its oil have been promoted since the 1950s as a food and dietary supplement with anti-cancer properties. Most of the evidence of its ability to prevent the growth or spread of cancer has come from studies in animals.
Nutritional Value
Flax seed is an outstanding source of many essential nutrients,including: proteins, carbohydrates, minerals, folate, vitamin B-6, pantothenic acid, magnesium, potassium, iron, thiamine, copper, zinc, calcium and phosphorus. Golden Flax seed is unique in that 48% of its total fat content is omega-3 fatty acids.
Health Benefits
Organic Flax is a great source of fibre. Most Americans do not get enough fibre in their diet. Each tablespoon of flax contains about 8 grams of fibre. Flax contains several disease-fighting compounds, primarily the omega-3 fatty acid, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), fiber, and lignans.
What is inside?
In 21g
· Calories 120
· Calories from Fat 70
· Total Fats 8g
· Sodium 10mg
· Protein 5mg
· Vitamin C 105mg
· Calcium 6%
· Sugars 0g