flaxseed
noun
flax·seed
ˈflak(s)-ˌsēd 
: the small seed of flax (especially Linum usitatissimum) used especially as a source of oil, as a demulcent and emollient, and as a dietary supplement
called also linseed
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Cottage cheese with flaxseed and cinnamon: Cottage cheese is rich in protein and calcium, while flaxseed contains omega-3 fatty acids and fiber.
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Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2025
Swapping traditional flour for plant ingredients like fava beans, and made with sources of healthy fat like flaxseeds and olive oil, Hero bread products are high in protein and fiber.
—Anna Haines, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
The best choices for you and the planet Another important omega-3, alpha-linolenic acid or ALA, is found in nuts and seeds such as walnuts, flaxseeds and chia seeds — with ground flaxseeds and flaxseed oil providing the highest amounts, according to Harvard Medical School’s website.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
Lignans: These are high in flaxseeds, vegetables, and whole grains.
—Wendy Wisner, Health, 26 Dec. 2024
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Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2025
Swapping traditional flour for plant ingredients like fava beans, and made with sources of healthy fat like flaxseeds and olive oil, Hero bread products are high in protein and fiber.
—Anna Haines, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
The best choices for you and the planet Another important omega-3, alpha-linolenic acid or ALA, is found in nuts and seeds such as walnuts, flaxseeds and chia seeds — with ground flaxseeds and flaxseed oil providing the highest amounts, according to Harvard Medical School’s website.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
Lignans: These are high in flaxseeds, vegetables, and whole grains.
—Wendy Wisner, Health, 26 Dec. 2024
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flaxseed
noun
flax·seed
ˈflak(s)-ˌsēd
: the small seed of flax used as a source of linseed oil and in medicinal preparations
Medical Definition
flaxseed
noun
flax·seed
ˈflak(s)-ˌsēd
: the small seed of flax (especially Linum usitatissimum) used especially as a source of oil, as a demulcent and emollient in treating inflammatory conditions of the respiratory, intestinal, and urinary passages, and as a dietary supplement
called also linseed
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