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Flax Seed
Flax Seed
Also known as: flax seeds, flaxseed, linseed, linseeds, linseed seeds
Safe
Whole-food seed; GRAS. Contains naturally occurring cyanogenic glycosides at low levels but typical dietary intake is far below toxic threshold.
Found in
8,400 products
What it is
Seed of the flax plant (Linum usitatissimum), also known as linseed.
Whole/ground seed; source of dietary fiber, ALA omega-3, lignans.
Why it's flagged
- Trace cyanogenic glycosides at very high intakes
What regulators actually say
"Seeds, flaxseed — USDA FoodData Central nutrient profile"
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS whole food
European Union — EFSA
Authorised; safe at typical use levels
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