Flax Seeds (السی)
Basic Info:
Flax seeds/Alsi (Linum usitatissimum) also known as common flax or linseeds are small oil seeds that originated in the Middle East thousands of years ago. Lately, they have gained popularity as a health food. This is due to their high content of heart-healthy omega-3 fats, fiber, and other unique plant compounds. Flax seeds have been linked to health benefits, such as improved digestion and a reduced risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and cancer.
Origin: Ukraine
Nutritional Value:
One tablespoon of ground flax seeds contains the following
- Calories: 37
- Protein: 1.3 grams
- Carbs: 2 grams
- Fiber: 1.9 grams
- Total fat: 3 grams
- Saturated fat: 0.3 grams
- Monounsaturated fat: 0.5 grams
- Polyunsaturated fat: 2.0 grams
- Omega-3 fatty acids: 1,597 mg
- Vitamin B1: 8% of the RDI
- Vitamin B6: 2% of the RDI
- Folate: 2% of the RDI
- Calcium: 2% of the RDI
- Iron: 2% of the RDI
- Magnesium: 7% of the RDI
- Phosphorus: 4% of the RDI
- Potassium: 2% of the RDI
Health Benefit:
- Flax seeds are loaded with nutrients
- These seeds are high in omega 3 fats
- Flax Seeds are rich in dietary fiber
- Lower Blood Pressure
- They Contain High-Quality Protein