Benefits:

Flaxseed’s health benefits come from the fact that it’s high in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, as well as phytochemicals called lignans.

Composition:

One tablespoon (7 grams) of ground flaxseed contains 2 grams of polyunsaturated fatty acids (includes the omega 3s), 2 grams of dietary fiber and 37 calories.

Uses:

• Add a tablespoon of ground flaxseed to your hot or cold breakfast cereal.
• Add a teaspoon of ground flaxseed to mayonnaise or mustard when making a sandwich.
• Mix a tablespoon of ground flaxseed into an 8-ounce container of yogurt.
• Bake ground flaxseed into cookies, muffins, breads and other baked good