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Healthy LifestyleNutrition and healthy eating Print Sections BasicsNutrition basicsHealthy dietsHealthy cookingHealthy menus and shopping strategiesNutritional supplementsIn-DepthExpert AnswersExpert BlogMultimediaResourcesNews From Mayo ClinicWhat's New Products and services Add flax to your dietBy Mayo Clinic Staff Never heard of flaxseed? Flaxseed is the seed of the flax plant, and it's high in fiber, omega-3 fatty acids and phytochemicals. It can help reduce total blood cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, which may reduce your heart disease risk. Buy whole, raw flaxseed at your local grocery or health food store and grind it in a coffee grinder, or buy pre-ground flaxseed. Add a spoonful of flaxseed to your cereal, oatmeal or yogurt, or mix into cookies, muffins and other baked goods. 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