Crushed flaxseeds
Low GI
GL 0.4 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 2.9 per 100 g
- Very high fiber content
- High calorie density
Crushed flaxseeds has a glycemic index of 10, the same as plain Flaxseeds (10). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.4.
Updated Oct 20, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 534 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 29 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.6 g |
| Natural | 1.6 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 27 g |
| Soluble | 8.1 g |
| Insoluble | 18.9 g |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Fat | 42 g |
| Saturated | 3.7 g |
| Unsaturated | 28 g |
| Sodium | 30 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very high fiber content
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids
- Low glycemic load
- High calorie density
- Moderate fat content
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Crushed flaxseeds?
Crushed flaxseeds has a glycemic index of 10 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 0.4; per 100 g the glycemic load is 2.9.
Is Crushed flaxseeds good for people with insulin resistance?
Crushed flaxseeds has a low glycemic index (10), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Flaxseeds has the lowest glycemic load?
Crushed flaxseeds has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Flaxseeds in this database (2.9 per 100 g).
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