mean definition. In statistics, an average of a group of numbers or data points. With a group of numbers, the mean is obtained by adding them and dividing by the number of numbers in the group. Thus the mean of five, seven, and twelve is eight (twenty-four divided by three). (Compare median and mode.)
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.
Foods to Include. 1  Raw vegetables in unlimited amounts. 2  Cooked green vegetables, eggplants, peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes. 3  Beans, bean sprouts and tofu â 1 cup daily at least and more if desired.  Fruits â at least 4 serves 1  daily. Starchy vegetables such as potatoes and corn as well as whole grains are limited to one cup daily. Raw nuts â 1 oz maximum per day. Avocado â 2 oz maximum per day. Ground flax seed@- 1 tablespoon per day. When oils are included in meal plans the maximum amount recommended is one teaspoon per day.