Flaxseed

Flaxseed · Linum usitatissimum

Oil, flaxseed, contains added sliced flaxseed

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Oil, flaxseed, contains added sliced flaxseed'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.

44%
878 kcal Calories
1%
0.4 g Protein
0%
0.4 g Carbs
127%
99.0 g Fat

Low nutrient density 4/100

How many beneficial nutrients Oil, flaxseed, contains added sliced flaxseed 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, contains added sliced flaxseed come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

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.

CarbohydratesAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrate0.4 g
0%
Fats & Fatty AcidsAmount% DV
Total Fat99.0 g
127%
Saturated Fat9.0 g
45%
Monounsaturated Fat20.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat64.9 g
Trans Fat0.2 g
Omega-3 Fatty Acids48,930.0 mg
Omega-6 Fatty Acids15,782.0 mg
Protein & Amino AcidsAmount% DV
Protein0.4 g
1%
MineralsAmount% DV
Calcium9.0 mg
1%
Iron0.3 mg
2%
Magnesium15.0 mg
4%
Phosphorus27.0 mg
2%
Potassium31.0 mg
1%
Sodium6.0 mg
0%
Zinc0.3 mg
3%
Copper0.1 mg
7%
Manganese0.1 mg
6%
SterolsAmount% DV
Cholesterol0.0 mg
0%
Phytosterols~
Campesterol112.0 mg
Stigmasterol31.0 mg
Beta-sitosterol235.0 mg
OtherAmount% DV
Alcohol~
Caffeine~
Theobromine~
Ash0.1 g

About Oil, flaxseed, contains added sliced flaxseed

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, contains added sliced flaxseed?

There are 878 calories in 100 g of Oil, flaxseed, contains added sliced flaxseed, or about 1,923 calories in 1 cup (219 g).

How much protein is in Oil, flaxseed, contains added sliced flaxseed?

Oil, flaxseed, contains added sliced flaxseed contains 0.4 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Oil, flaxseed, contains added sliced flaxseed?

Oil, flaxseed, contains added sliced flaxseed has 0.4 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Oil, flaxseed, contains added sliced flaxseed?

Oil, flaxseed, contains added sliced flaxseed provides 99.0 g of total fat per 100 g.

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