Ingredient

Flaxseed Flour

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use flaxseed flour as a source of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, and …

What it is

Flaxseed flour is made from ground flaxseeds, which are small seeds from the flax plant (Linum usitatissimum). The seeds are typically cleaned, dried, and then milled into a fine powder. Flaxseed flour retains the nutrients and fiber of the whole seed.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use flaxseed flour as a source of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, and as a binder in baked goods. It can also be used as an egg substitute in vegan baking. It is commonly found in cookies, biscuits, breads, and nut and seed butters.

Health notes

Flaxseed flour is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a good source of dietary fiber and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an omega-3 fatty acid. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated flaxseed and its components. Some studies suggest potential benefits for heart health and digestion, but more research is needed to confirm these effects at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Flaxseed is not one of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Flaxseed Flour

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Kenover Marketing Corp. Shefa, Pop! Crunch Popcorn, Peanut Butter Chocolate, Peanut Butter Chocolate Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 429kcal 7.1Protein 17.9Fat 60.7Carbs Kenover Marketing Corp. Shefa, Pop Crunch, Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 464kcal 10.7Protein 21.4Fat 57.1Carbs Soloman Baking Co, Inc. Millet And Flax Chips, Made With Himalayan Pink Salt, Cinnamon & Sugar Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 250kcal 7.1Protein 3.6Fat 46.4Carbs Harbar LLC Artesano Wraps, Super Whole Wheat Mexican Dinner Mixes 214kcal 9.5Protein 6.0Fat 42.9Carbs Big Dipper Food Company Original Popcorn, Peanut Butter Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 464kcal 10.7Protein 21.4Fat 57.1Carbs Southern Bakeries, LLC English Muffins, Whole Grain & Honey Breads & Buns 250kcal 8.3Protein 1.7Fat 51.7Carbs Nutiva, Nurture Vitality, Organic Hazelnut Spread With Cocoa Nutiva, Inc. Nutiva, Nurture Vitality, Organic Hazelnut Spread With Cocoa Nut & Seed Butters High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 514kcal 8.1Protein 35.1Fat 48.6Carbs Nutiva, Inc. Classic Organic Hazelnut Spread With Cocoa Nut & Seed Butters 545kcal 4.5Protein 40.9Fat 45.5Carbs Nutiva, Inc. Organic Hazelnut Spread With Cocoa Nut & Seed Butters 545kcal 9.1Protein 36.4Fat 50Carbs Just About Foods LLC All Purpose Baking Flour Flours & Corn Meal 333kcal 3.3Protein 3.3Fat 73.3Carbs Gluten-Free Fiber Crispbread Multi-Seed, Fiber Crispbread The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. Gluten-Free Fiber Crispbread Multi-Seed, Fiber Crispbread Crackers & Biscotti 400kcal 20Protein 15Fat 60Carbs Honey Cinnamon Fiber Crispbread, Honey Cinnamon The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. Honey Cinnamon Fiber Crispbread, Honey Cinnamon Crackers & Biscotti 400kcal 20Protein 15Fat 60Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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