Ingredient

Organic Flax

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Flaxseed is used as a whole food ingredient, often added to baked goods, cereals, …

What it is

Flax is an annual plant grown for its seeds, fiber, and oil. The seeds are small, flat, and oval, and can be brown or golden in color. They are typically harvested and dried, and can be consumed whole, ground, or pressed for their oil.

Why it's used

Flaxseed is used as a whole food ingredient, often added to baked goods, cereals, and snack bars for its texture and nutritional value. It can also be ground into flaxseed meal, which is used as an egg substitute in vegan baking or as a thickener. Manufacturers add it for its fiber and omega-3 fatty acid content.

Health notes

Flaxseed is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of dietary fiber and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an omega-3 fatty acid. JECFA has evaluated flaxseed and found no safety concerns at typical consumption levels. Some research suggests flaxseed may have benefits for heart health and digestion due to its fiber and ALA content, but more research is needed.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Organic Flax

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Late July Snacks, LLC Late July, Organic Multigrain Tortilla Chips Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 429kcal 7.1Protein 16.1Fat 64.3Carbs Garden of Life, Inc. Organic Plant Protein Smooth Coffee Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 385kcal 57.7Protein 7.7Fat 19.2Carbs Garden of Life, Inc. Garden Of Life, Organic Plant Protein Energy Powder Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 417kcal 62.5Protein 8.3Fat 16.7Carbs SILVER HILLS Mack's Flax Sprouted Wheat Bread, Mack's Flax Breads & Buns 268kcal 14.6Protein 3.7Fat 43.9Carbs Garden of Life, Inc. Organic Plant Protein, Smooth Vanilla Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 385kcal 57.7Protein 7.7Fat 23.1Carbs GARDEN OF LIFE Organic Plant Protein, Smooth Chocolate Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 393kcal 53.6Protein 8.9Fat 25Carbs BAKEOLOGY Snickerdoodle Crunchy Cookie Bites, Snickerdoodle Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 500kcal 3.6Protein 32.1Fat 53.6Carbs BAKEOLOGY Crunchy Cookie Bites, Vanilla Chai Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 464kcal 3.6Protein 28.6Fat 53.6Carbs BAKEOLOGY Crunchy Cookie Bites, Chocolate Chip Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 464kcal 3.6Protein 25Fat 60.7Carbs CASA MAMITA Hot Habanero & Ancient Grains Salsa Dips & Salsa 48kcal 3.2Protein 0Fat 9.7Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. 8 Grain Rosemary & Sea Salt Organic Flatbread, 8 Grain Rosemary & Sea Salt Crackers & Biscotti 429kcal 7.1Protein 7.1Fat 78.6Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. 8 Grain Organic Grain Hearty Wheat Flatbread, 8 Grain Breads & Buns 429kcal 7.1Protein 7.1Fat 78.6Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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