Flaxseeds (Linseed) Nutrition Facts (per 100g) — Calories, Macros & Vitamins

Nutrient density 9.0GI Low

Macronutrients

Calories534 kcal 27% DV

Protein18 g 37% DV

Carbohydrates29 g 11% DV

Fat42 g 54% DV

Fiber27 g 98% DV

Total sugars1.6 g no %DV*

Sodium30 mg 1% DV

Vitamins & minerals

Vitamin A0.0 µg 0%

Vitamin C0.6 mg 1%

Vitamin D0.0 µg 0%

Vitamin E0.3 mg 2%

Vitamin K4.3 µg 4%

Thiamin B11.6 mg 137%

Riboflavin B20.16 mg 12%

Niacin B33.1 mg 19%

Vitamin B60.47 mg 28%

Folate B987 µg 22%

Vitamin B120.0 µg 0%

Calcium255 mg 20%

Iron5.7 mg 32%

Magnesium392 mg 93%

Phosphorus642 mg 51%

Potassium813 mg 17%

Zinc4.3 mg 39%

Selenium25 µg 46%

Common serving sizes

Serving	Weight
1 tbsp	10 g
1 oz	28 g

What it supports in your body

Blood Pressure Systolic — Potassium helps regulate blood pressure

Calcium — Calcium supports bone density

Serum Iron — Iron supports hemoglobin and oxygen transport

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Best timing around exercise

Add to post-workout smoothies. Chia seeds can be pre-workout energy (chia pudding 1h before)

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Educational reference only. Values are per 100 g from the app's reference database; % Daily Value uses the FDA 2,000-calorie reference. Not medical or dietary advice. See our full disclaimer.

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