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Flaxseed (also called linseed) comes from the flax plant (Linum usitatissimum ), which belongs to the Linaceae plant family. The flax plant is a small, single-stemmed annual that grows to about 2 ft (0.6 m) tall and has grayish green leaves and sky-blue flowers.Flax is grown for its seeds, which can be ground into a meal or turned into linseed oil, a product used as a nutritional supplement and as an ingredient in many wood-finishing products. Flax is also grown as an ornamental plant in gardens. Moreover, flax fibers are used to make linen.
Flax seeds add a slightly, but not overwhelming, nutty flavor. Add 1 tablespoon of whole flax seeds into your morning smoothie for an extra 2 grams of protein Opens a New Window. .There are two different types of seeds — brown and golden. Both have high amounts of omega-3s and are rich in protein and B vitamins. The only difference lies in the taste: Golden flaxseeds tend to be smooth and nutty, whereas brown flaxseeds have more earthy undertones but have a nutty taste to them, as well.
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