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Flaxseed

Flaxseed

Latin Name: Linum usitatissimum
Description of Appearance: Flaxseed is a delicate plant with slender stems and blue, pale pink, or white flowers. It produces small, round seeds that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and fiber.
Common Names:
  • Flaxseed
  • Linseed
  • Flax

Health Information

Health uses for this plant

Lowering cholesterol

Active Ingredients: Omega-3 fatty acids, lignans
Part Of Plant Used: Seeds
Preperation Method: Ground seeds can be added to food or taken in supplement form

Reducing inflammation

Active Ingredients: Omega-3 fatty acids, lignans
Part Of Plant Used: Seeds
Preperation Method: Ground seeds can be added to smoothies or yogurt

Improving digestive health

Active Ingredients: Soluble and insoluble fiber
Part Of Plant Used: Seeds
Preperation Method: Seeds can be consumed whole or ground to add fiber to the diet

Active Phytochemical

Active phytochemicals found in this plant

Omega-3 fatty acids

Description Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids that are essential for human health. They play a crucial role in brain function, normal growth and development, and reducing inflammation.

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Chia
Latin Name: Salvia hispanica
Description of Appearance: Salvia hispanica is a flowering plant that grows up to 3 feet tall, with oval-shaped leaves and small purple or white flowers.
Common Names:
  • Chia
  • Salba
  • Mexican chia
  • Superfood chia

English walnut

English walnut
Latin Name: Juglans regia
Description of Appearance: Juglans regia is a deciduous tree with a broad crown, reaching heights of 50-70 feet. It has pinnately compound leaves with 5-9 leaflets and produces round, green fruit that encloses the edible walnut.
Common Names:
  • English walnut
  • Common walnut
  • Persian walnut

Soy plant

Soy plant
Latin Name: Glycine max
Description of Appearance: The soy plant is a legume that can grow up to 2 meters tall. It has trifoliate leaves and pods containing edible seeds.
Common Names:
  • Soy plant
  • Soybean
  • Glycine max

Canola

Canola
Latin Name: Brassica napus
Description of Appearance: The Canola plant is a bright yellow flowering plant with smooth, erect stems.
Common Names:
  • Canola oil plant
  • Oilseed rape
  • Rapeseed
  • Canola