Flaxseeds

• Flaxseeds, sometimes called linseeds, are small, brown, tan or golden-colored seeds.

• Flaxseeds are low in carbohydrates but extremely high in both soluble and insoluble fiber.

• They contain minerals like manganese, thiamine and magnesium.

• Flaxseeds are plant-based protein.

• Flax is one of the richest sources of plant-based omega-3 fatty acids, called alpha-linolenic acid (or ALA), in the world.

• They have antioxidant substances called lignans that help promote hormonal balance.

• Flaxseeds contain about seven times as many lignans as the closest runner-up, sesame seeds.

• Grinding flaxseeds helps you absorb both types of fiber it contains.

• Using flax is a great way to naturally replace gluten-containing grains in recipes.

• Flaxseed is available as seeds, oil, powder, tablets, capsules and flour.