100/100

Flaxseed (Ground)

Excellent — Flaxseed (Ground) strongly supports fat-burning.

Nearly all of its carbohydrate is fiber, so the net carbohydrate is close to zero; grinding is what makes it digestible.

The breakdown

Per serving: 2 tbsp (14g)

Glycemic load
0
Sugar (g)
0
Fiber (g)
4
Protein (g)
3

Glycemic index 0 · Carbs 4g · Fat 6g · Processing minimal

What this means for fat-burning

A FatTonic Score of 100 places flaxseed (ground) in the Excellent band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 0 (low — a gentle, sustained glucose curve).

The fiber slows digestion and blunts the insulin response.

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Frequently asked questions

Does flaxseed (ground) spike insulin?

Flaxseed (Ground) has a glycemic load of 0 and a FatTonic Score of 100 out of 100, which means it strongly supports fat-burning. Nearly all of its carbohydrate is fiber, so the net carbohydrate is close to zero; grinding is what makes it digestible.

Is flaxseed (ground) good for fat loss?

With a FatTonic Score of 100/100 (Excellent), flaxseed (ground) strongly supports fat-burning. Nearly all of its carbohydrate is fiber, so the net carbohydrate is close to zero; grinding is what makes it digestible.

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