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Bob's Red Mill Organic Brown Raw Flaxseeds
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Bob's Red Mill Organic Brown Raw Flaxseeds

Bob's Red Mill
13 oz
Available at Foodtown
170
Calories
6g
Protein
10mg
Sodium
8g
Fiber
3
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Bob's Red Mill Organic Brown Raw Flaxseeds (13 oz) reads like a pantry staple for shoppers who favor simple, plant-forward ingredients. You’ll typically find it in the natural foods or baking aisle, shelved near other seeds, whole grains, nuts, and a queue of Bob’s Red Mill neighbors such as oats and chia. It fits clean-eating shopping trips, meal-prep Sundays and baking runs—people buy it to boost breakfasts, smoothies, granola or to add fiber to muffins and homemade crackers. The brand projects a wholesome, heritage-driven personality: small-batch imagery, millstone logos, and a marketing angle aimed at health-conscious cooks, parents seeking wholesome staples, and DIY bakers who value transparency. The label leans into health halos—large “Organic” and “Whole” claims, clean typography, and “raw” language—without child-focused graphics; it’s marketed to adults rather than kids. Packaging commonly comes in a resealable 13 oz bag that tucks into a pantry and suggests repeated use. Sensory cues: whole brown flaxseeds are small, glossy, nut-brown, crunchy under tooth but become slick and gelatinous when ground or soaked, releasing a mild nutty, earthy aroma. Rituals around use are simple and domestic—scooping into a morning yogurt, blending into a post-workout smoothie, or stirring into batter. Processing context is straightforward and minimal: cleaned, dried and packaged whole seeds rather than heavily refined ingredients. The nutrition panel is concise (for example, about 170 calories and 10 mg sodium per serving), reinforcing the idea of a single-ingredient, minimally processed pantry item that slots into everyday American grocery culture as a practical, health-forward addition.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3 tbsp
Servings per Container: 12
Calories170
% Daily Value*
Total Fat11g14%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Sodium10mg0%
Total Carbohydrate10g4%
Dietary Fiber8g29%
Protein6g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Organic, Whole, Flaxseed..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:1 / 4

Minimally Processed

Why this score?

This is a single-ingredient product (organic whole flaxseed) that has undergone minimal cleaning and packaging, fitting the NOVA 1 category of unprocessed or minimally processed foods.

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Common Questions about Bob's Red Mill Organic Brown Raw Flaxseeds

Absolutely! Bob's Red Mill Organic Brown Raw Flaxseeds are a great source of dietary fiber and plant-based omega-3 fatty acids. They can support digestive health and may have heart health benefits. Just remember, 'healthy' is relative — it's a fantastic addition to a balanced diet, especially when paired with other whole foods.

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