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Flaxseed
Flaxseed by Linwoods provides 525 kcal per 100 g, with 1.5 g of sugars and 23 g of protein. That is 11% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is A and it is classified as NOVA 1 (unprocessed or minimally processed). It is listed in the Ground flax seeds category and comes in a 1 kg pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 portion (20 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 525 kcal | 105 kcal | 505 | |
| Total fat | 41 g | 8.2 g | 11% | 38.2 +7% |
| Saturated fat | 5 g | 1 g | 5% | 4 +24% |
| Carbohydrates | 6.5 g | 1.3 g | 0% | 6.6 |
| Total sugars | 1.5 g | 0.3 g | 1.3 +11% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0 |
| Dietary fiber | 20.5 g | 4.1 g | 15% | 27.6 −26% |
| Protein | 23 g | 4.6 g | 9% | 22 +5% |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.1 g | 0.1 +294% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 39 Ground flax seeds products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other ground flax seeds
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Flaxseed 100%
Product details
- Quantity
- 1 kg
- Serving size
- 1 portion (20 g)
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianNo glutenNo milkVegan
- Sold in
- France, United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5016887004647
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Flaxseed?
Flaxseed contains 525 kcal per 100 g and about 105 kcal per serving (1 portion (20 g)).
How much sugar is in Flaxseed?
Flaxseed has 1.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Flaxseed healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of A (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 1 — unprocessed or minimally processed. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Flaxseed vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 10, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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