Flax seed
Other names flax seeds, flaxseed
Flax seed: low in salicylate and nickel. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- SalicylateLow
Flax seed is low in salicylate whole or ground. Flax is usually taken by the spoonful, which keeps any contribution small.
- NickelLow
Flax seed carries a little more nickel than chia, and grinding it - which is necessary to digest it at all - releases what the hull was holding.
Sources· 1
- Flyvholm M-A et al., Z Lebensm Unters Forsch 179 (1984) 427-431, nickel content of food and estimates of dietary intake
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)None
- TyramineNone
- SucroseNone
- FODMAPsNone
- LactoseFODMAPsNone
- OligosaccharidesFODMAPsNone
- SorbitolFODMAPsNone
- FructoseFODMAPsNone
- OxalatesNone
- GlutenNo
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
Note about this food
Whole flaxseeds are better tolerated in histamine and FODMAP sensitivities because they are less processed, reducing the risk of histamine release or fermentation in the gut. Ground or pre-milled flax can oxidize quickly, which may increase inflammatory responses and intolerance symptoms. Buying whole grains and grinding them fresh ensures better stability, freshness, and safer digestion.
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does flax seed affect?
Flax seed is notable for salicylate and nickel. Clear on histamine, tyramine, sucrose, FODMAPs, lactose, oligosaccharides, sorbitol, fructose, oxalates and gluten.
Does flax seed contain salicylate?
Flax seed contains only low levels of salicylate. Flax seed is low in salicylate whole or ground. Flax is usually taken by the spoonful, which keeps any contribution small.
Does flax seed contain nickel?
Flax seed contains only low levels of nickel. Flax seed carries a little more nickel than chia, and grinding it - which is necessary to digest it at all - releases what the hull was holding. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.
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