Now the awareness of healthy living is increasing. Consumption of healthy food is the main focus. One of them is flaxseed or flaxseed, which has many benefits. Flaxseed is rich in fiber, good fats such as omega-3 fatty acids, carbohydrates, proteins, and vitamins and minerals including Vitamin B, folate, calcium, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, copper, iron, and zinc. These seeds also have antioxidant benefits and estrogen-like effects, thanks to the content of lignans in them. Flaxseed has high calories, which is about 530 calories in 100 grams. Benefits of Flaxseed The following are some of the health benefits of flaxseed: Lower cholesterol level Flaxseed is thought to reduce levels of bad cholesterol or LDL (low-density lipoprotein), as well as overall cholesterol levels. However, flaxseed does not appear to affect HDL (high-density lipoprotein) or good cholesterol. Prevents heart disease The nutritional content in flaxseed, including fiber and omega-3s, seems to ...