Target, FLAX SEED
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Na | 0 MG | 0% |
About FLAX SEED
Simply Balanced Flax Seed is a single-ingredient organic product from Target's Simply Balanced legacy line, containing only organic flax seed. Simply Balanced was Target's organic and natural private label brand before the Good & Gather transition in 2019, focusing on minimally processed wholesome staples. Organic certification means the flax was grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers.
Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) is one of the most nutritionally concentrated plant foods available, providing exceptional amounts of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA, a plant omega-3 fatty acid), dietary fiber (both soluble and insoluble), and lignans — phytoestrogen compounds with potential antioxidant activity. Whole flaxseeds have a tough outer shell that passes largely undigested, so grinding before use significantly improves nutrient bioavailability.
The USDA nutritional data for this SKU shows 600 calories per 100g with 40g of fat, 40g of carbohydrates, and zero protein and fiber — these figures appear to reflect the very small 2.5g serving size creating unusual per-100g extrapolation, and do not represent accurate whole flaxseed composition. Standard whole flaxseed contains approximately 534 calories per 100g, 42g fat, 29g carbohydrates, 18g protein, and 27g fiber. Consumers should reference up-to-date USDA database values for the full nutritional profile.
Flaxseed can be sprinkled on oatmeal, blended into smoothies, added to baked goods, or mixed into yogurt and salad dressings. Ground flaxseed is also used as an egg replacement in vegan baking (1 tablespoon ground flax + 3 tablespoons water = one egg equivalent). This product is naturally vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free.
Ingredients
ORGANIC FLAX SEED.
Calorie Breakdown
At 600 calories per 100 grams, FLAX SEED gets 0% of its calories from protein, 27% from carbohydrates, and 60% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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