Flaxseed Ground
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A 100g serving covers 247% of the daily recommended Selenium, making Flaxseed Ground one of the more concentrated dietary sources of this nutrient. Both protein (18g) and fat (37.3g) are substantial, making Flaxseed Ground a calorie-efficient source of both macronutrients. Sodium is modest at 37mg per 100g, well within limits for heart-healthy eating patterns. Flaxseed Ground provides 23.1g of dietary fiber per 100g (83% DV), contributing meaningfully toward the recommended 28g daily target. Nutritionally broad, Flaxseed Ground delivers meaningful amounts of 17 different vitamins and minerals above 10% of daily value.
Calorie Distribution
- Protein13%18 g
- Fat62%37.3 g
- Carbs25%34.4 g
Serving Size
% Daily Value
per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference
Nutrition Facts per 100g
| Water | 6.8 | G |
| Protein | 18.0 | G |
| Total lipid (fat) | 37.3 | G |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 34.4 | G |
| Fiber, total dietary | 23.1 | G |
| Thiamin | 0.54 | MG |
| Niacin | 3.8 | MG |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.39 | MG |
| Folate, total | 41.5 | UG |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0 | MG |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 3.7 | UG |
| Calcium, Ca | 230 | MG |
| Iron, Fe | 5.8 | MG |
| Magnesium, Mg | 372 | MG |
| Phosphorus, P | 556 | MG |
| Potassium, K | 793 | MG |
| Sodium, Na | 36.7 | MG |
| Zinc, Zn | 4.7 | MG |
| Copper, Cu | 1.3 | MG |
| Manganese, Mn | 2.4 | MG |
| Selenium, Se | 136 | UG |
| Energy (Atwater General Factors) | 545 | KCAL |
| Energy (Atwater Specific Factors) | 514 | KCAL |
| Nitrogen | 3.4 | G |
| Ash | 3.5 | G |
| Biotin | 33.8 | UG |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 3.3 | G |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.9 | G |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.2 | G |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 5.9 | G |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 5.8 | G |
| MUFA 20:1 c | 0.16 | G |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 24.7 | G |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 5.3 | G |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 19.4 | G |
| Tryptophan | 0.30 | G |
| Threonine | 0.93 | G |
| Isoleucine | 0.94 | G |
| Leucine | 1.4 | G |
| Lysine | 0.93 | G |
| Methionine | 0.40 | G |
| Phenylalanine | 1.1 | G |
| Tyrosine | 0.57 | G |
| Valine | 1.1 | G |
| Arginine | 2.2 | G |
| Histidine | 0.51 | G |
| Alanine | 1.1 | G |
| Aspartic acid | 2.3 | G |
| Glutamic acid | 4.8 | G |
| Glycine | 1.4 | G |
| Proline | 0.87 | G |
| Serine | 1.1 | G |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.19 | G |
| Cysteine | 0.55 | G |
| Daidzein | 20.2 | MG |
| Genistein | 0.01 | MG |
| Daidzin | 30.2 | MG |
| Genistin | 1.9 | MG |
| Glycitin | 31.6 | MG |
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Nutrient Highlights
- Flaxseed Ground is a excellent source of Magnesium (89% DV) — see top foods ranked by Magnesium
- Flaxseed Ground is a excellent source of Fiber (83% DV) — see top foods ranked by Fiber
- Flaxseed Ground is a excellent source of Zinc (43% DV) — see top foods ranked by Zinc
- Flaxseed Ground is a excellent source of Protein (36% DV) — see top foods ranked by Protein
- Flaxseed Ground is a excellent source of Iron (32% DV) — see top foods ranked by Iron
Dietary Considerations
With 793mg of potassium per 100g, individuals on a renal diet should moderate their intake of Flaxseed Ground. See the Kidney Disease & Low-Potassium Diet guide for more.
Flaxseed Ground is naturally low in sodium at 37mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.
Flaxseed Ground provides 5.8mg of iron per 100g, relevant for managing iron deficiency. See the Iron Deficiency & Anemia Guide.
Flaxseed Ground provides 136mcg of selenium per 100g, a mineral important for thyroid function. See the Thyroid Health Diet Guide.
Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods
- Magnesium: top <1% (#1 of 8,262)
- Fiber: top 1% (#83 of 8,262)
- Potassium: top 4% (#330 of 8,262)
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Data Source
Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central — SR Legacy. FDC ID: 2262075.
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