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Source of fiber and omega-3
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Reis flaxseed (10 g) has 53 calories. That works out to 534 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.9 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 4.2 g of fat and 2.7 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B1 covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 10 g
53
KCAL / 10G
Carbs
2.9g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.8g
· 4% DV
Fat
4.2g
· 5% DV
Fiber
2.7g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 20% · Protein 13% · Fat 67%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 53 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.2 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.37 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.9 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 10 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 3 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 15 g | 80 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 20 g | 107 kcal |
| 1 ounce (large) | 28 g | 150 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 534 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 168 g | 897 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 250 g | 1335 kcal |
Calculated from 534 calories per 100 g.
You can add Reis flaxseed to oatmeal, yogurt, smoothies, or baked goods. Grinding it before eating helps make its nutrients more available, since whole seeds may pass through the digestive system largely intact. Drink water with fiber-rich foods.
Grinding Reis flaxseed is helpful but not essential. Whole seeds are minimally processed, but some may pass through undigested; freshly ground seeds are easier to digest and make their nutrients more accessible. Grind only what you plan to use.
Yes, Reis flaxseed can be eaten without cooking. Add it whole or ground to foods such as yogurt or oatmeal; grinding helps your body access more of the seed. It does not need to be roasted or cooked first.
A medium tablespoon of Reis flaxseed is about 10 grams and makes a practical serving. If you are not used to high-fiber foods, start with less and increase gradually to reduce the chance of gas or bloating.
Yes, the fiber in Reis flaxseed can support bowel regularity by adding bulk to stool. Ground flaxseed is often easier to use, and drinking enough water matters because fiber works best when you have adequate fluids.
Reis flaxseed does not cause weight loss on its own. Its fiber can help make a meal more filling, so adding some to oatmeal or yogurt may support fullness between meals as part of an overall eating plan.
No, soaking Reis flaxseed is optional. You can stir it directly into foods, or let it sit in yogurt, oatmeal, or another liquid so it softens and thickens the mixture. Ground seeds blend in more easily.
Store Reis flaxseed in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, dark place. Ground flaxseed can lose freshness faster than whole seeds, so grind small amounts as needed and keep any ground portion refrigerated.
Yes, Reis flaxseed works in breads, muffins, crackers, and other baked goods. Use it whole or ground in the mixture, or sprinkle it on top. Ground seeds absorb liquid, so they may make a batter or dough thicker.
Ground Reis flaxseed is generally better for nutrient absorption because whole seeds can pass through the gut without being fully broken down. Whole seeds still add texture and fiber; grind them shortly before use to preserve freshness.
Vitamins
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Folate
8.7µg · 2% DV
B5
0.1mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.25mg · 11% DV
Magnesium
39mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
64mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
81mg · 2% DV
Sodium
3mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 53 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (10 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Reis flaxseed is made from the small, flat seeds of the flax plant, sold as a pantry ingredient for everyday cooking. You can use it whole or ground: ground flaxseed blends easily into porridge and yoghurt, while whole seeds add a light crunch to breads and baked goods. Its mild, earthy flavour works in both sweet and savoury dishes.
Sprinkle Reis flaxseed over cereal, smoothies or salads, or stir it into a bowl of yoghurt. It is rich in fibre and a source of omega-3, with much of its energy coming from fat. A little goes a long way in adding texture; mix it into moist foods or batters if you prefer not to notice the seeds as much.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.37g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.87g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.