flaxseed
Noun
Meaning
The seed of the flax; linseed.
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Excessive consumption of flaxseeds with inadequate water can cause bowel obstruction. citation In northern India, flaxseed, called tisi or alsi, is traditionally roasted, powdered, and eaten with boiled rice, a little water, and a little salt.
Add in a drop of soothing, softening flaxseed oil too, if you like.
Omega-3 fatty acids, iodine further Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an omega-3 fatty acid, is found in leafy green vegetables and nuts, and in vegetable oils such as canola and flaxseed oil.
Ground flaxseed and water or aquafaba (chickpea brine) can substitute for eggs.
Flaxseeds will do the same: replace each egg with one tablespoon of flaxseed meal mixed with three tablespoons of water.
Examples of healthy fats include vegetable oils, other plant-based oils—such as flaxseed oil--purified fish oils, hummus, avocados, olives, nuts, seeds and peanut butter.