Flax Seed Flax is a member of the genus Linum in the family Linaceae. It is a food and fibre crop that is grown in cooler regions of the world. Flax fibres are taken from the stem of the plant and are two to three times as strong as those of cotton. Wikipedia Nutrition Facts Flaxseed Amount Per 1 tbsp, whole (10 g) Calories 55 % Daily Value* Total fat 4.3 g 6% Saturated fat 0.4 g 2% Polyunsaturated fat 3 g Monounsaturated fat 0.8 g 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% Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 0% Calcium 2% Iron 3% Vitamin B-6 0% Vitamin B-12 0% Magnesium 10% *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Posted on: Sat, 24 Aug 2013 18:05:19 +0000
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