Flax seed are nutty-tasting seeds can be eaten on their own or crushed and cold-pressed to release flaxseed oil. For decades, it had been common to find flaxseed (also called linseed) used in things like cereal or bread.
Fiber: Flax seed contains both the soluble and insoluble type.
Omega-3 essential fatty acids, "good" fats that have been shown to have heart-healthy effects. Each tablespoon of ground flaxseed contains about 1.8grams of plant omega-3s.