Flaxseed · Linum usitatissimum
Oil, flaxseed, cold pressed
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Oil, flaxseed, cold pressed's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.
Low nutrient density 2/100
How many beneficial nutrients Oil, flaxseed, cold pressed delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Oil, flaxseed, cold pressed come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
100% from fat
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Carbs 0%0.0 g per serving
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Fat 100%100.0 g per serving
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Protein 0%0.1 g per serving
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.0 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 100.0 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 18.4 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.8 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 53,368.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 14,327.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 8.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 18.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 77.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 5,109.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 3,367.0 mg | — |
| Arachidic Acid | 131.0 mg | — |
| Behenic Acid | 113.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 60.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 18,316.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 31.0 mg | — |
| Nervonic Acid | 23.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 14,327.0 mg | — |
| alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 53,368.0 mg | — |
| gamma-Linolenic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 0.1 g |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.5 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 9.3 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.0 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.0 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.0 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.0 mcg | |
| Choline | 0.2 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 1.0 mg | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | |
| Magnesium | 0.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 1.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 0.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 0.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg | |
| Copper | 0.0 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg | |
| Selenium | 0.0 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Campesterol | 98.0 mg | — |
| Stigmasterol | 30.0 mg | — |
| Beta-sitosterol | 206.0 mg | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 0.0 g | — |
About Oil, flaxseed, cold pressed
Flaxseed, also called linseed, is the small, glossy seed of the flax plant (Linum usitatissimum), prized as one of the richest plant sources of omega-3 fatty acids in the form of ALA. The tiny brown or golden seeds have a mild, nutty flavor and a genuinely impressive nutrition profile, loaded with soluble and insoluble fiber, plant protein, and lignans - antioxidant compounds studied for a range of possible health benefits.
To unlock those nutrients, flaxseeds are best ground, since the whole seeds are so slick they often pass through the body undigested. Ground flaxseed, or flax meal, is stirred into smoothies, oatmeal, yogurt, and baked goods for a nutty boost, and whisked with water it forms a gel that makes a popular egg substitute in vegan baking. The seeds are also pressed into flaxseed oil, valued as a supplement but not for cooking at high heat.
Because the ground meal and oil turn rancid quickly, buy them in small amounts and store them airtight in the refrigerator or freezer.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Oil, flaxseed, cold pressed?
There are 884 calories in 100 g of Oil, flaxseed, cold pressed, or about 1,927 calories in 1 cup (218 g).
How much protein is in Oil, flaxseed, cold pressed?
Oil, flaxseed, cold pressed contains 0.1 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Oil, flaxseed, cold pressed?
Oil, flaxseed, cold pressed has 0.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Oil, flaxseed, cold pressed?
Oil, flaxseed, cold pressed provides 100.0 g of total fat per 100 g.
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