Flaxseed is a plant-based food that provides healthful fat, antioxidants, and fibre. The nutrients in flaxseed include lignans, antioxidants, dietary fibre, protein, and polyunsaturated fatty acids such as alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), or Omega 3. Consuming these nutrients may help lower the risk of various conditions like constipation, Diabetes, high cholesterol, heart diseases and several other conditions.