NCIt definition : Seed isolated from one of several species of the plant genus Linum. Flaxseed-derived
foods, lignans, and essential fatty acids such as alpha-linolenic acid, possess anti-inflammatory,
lipid-lowering, antioxidant, and antineoplastic properties.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: The seed of the flax plant. It is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acid,
fiber, and a compound called lignin. It is being studied in the prevention of several
types of cancer.;
UNII : 4110YT348C;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000285920; CDR0000285921; 00301;