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Seeds, flaxseed

Seeds, flaxseed

153% daily fiber
45.9g of fiber per cup, whole
Daily goal (30g ⓘ) 153%

Excellent fiber source. Just 0.7 servings to hit your daily 30g.

Fiber Breakdown per 100g

27.3g / 100g
9.6g soluble
17.8g insoluble
Soluble — feeds gut bacteria Insoluble — keeps things moving
Estimated from published research — actual values vary by variety and preparation.
Per Serving
45.9g
1 cup, whole
Calories
534kcal
per 100g
Fiber / 100cal
5.1g
satiety metric
Category Rank
#3/ 82
Top 4%
Rank in Nut and Seed Products Top 4%
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Seeds, flaxseed & Fiber

A cup, whole of seeds, flaxseed provides 45.9g of dietary fiber along with 534 calories per 100g. That's 5.1g of fiber per 100 calories — an efficient way to add fiber without excess calories.

The fiber splits into 9.6g soluble and 17.8g insoluble per 100g. The higher insoluble fiber content supports digestive regularity and gut health.

With 18.3g of protein per 100g, seeds, flaxseed also contributes to satiety alongside its fiber content.

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 169414)