Something having a position, quality, or condition midway between extremes; a medium. 1  A number that typifies a set of numbers, such as a geometric mean or an arithmetic mean. 2  The average value of a set of numbers.
Serving Size. The University of Maryland Medical Center recommends adults consume 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed two to three times a day, or 2 to 4 tablespoons once per day.You can mix the ground seeds into cereal, yogurt, oatmeal or smoothies or sprinkle them generously on top of salads and vegetable dishes.ust 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseeds delivers almost 2 grams of dietary fiber, which promotes digestive regularity. Flaxseeds also supply alpha-linolenic acid, a heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid, and phytonutrients called lignans that may help protect you from cancer.
While true that ground flax seed does contain fat (5.9 x 9 calories per gram = 53.1 calories of fat per 2 Tbsp./75 calorie serving), itâs important to keep things in perspective. If youâre eating 53 calories of fat in a 1500 calories per day diet, that equates to 3.5% of total calories in fat.Move up to 4 Tbsp. per day and youâre at 7%. Now do the math on your latte and chocolate bar and factor in their nutritional value then re-evaluate who is your friend and who is your foe.The answer: 2-4 Tbsp. of ground flax seed is not a high-fat contribution to your overall dietary intake of food.f youâre eating 53 calories of fat in a 1500 calories per day diet, that equates to 3.5% of total calories in fat. Move up to 4 Tbsp. per day and youâre at 7%. Now do the math on your latte and chocolate bar and factor in their nutritional value then re-evaluate who is your friend and who is your foe.