Spectrum Organic Ground Premium Flaxseed
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Flax seeds

Spectrum Organic Ground Premium Flaxseed

Score

Good 79 out of 100 Low confidence
  • Contains nitrites or nitrates
  • Certified organic

Why it scores 79

Spectrum Organic Ground Premium Flaxseed scores 79 out of 100 (Good) under GoodSwap’s published rules. What moved the score most:

  1. minus 20 points Sodium nitrite: IARC classifies ingested nitrate or nitrite under conditions that result in endogenous nitrosation as Group 2A; it classifies processed meat as Group 1. Regulatory
  2. plus 5 points Certified organic: Carries a certified-organic label. Info
  3. plus 4 points Fiber 28.6 g / 100 g: A good source of fiber. Strong

Capped at 79: Contains sodium nitrite, an ingredient of high concern.

Every line of the math is on The Receipt below, with its evidence tier and sources.

The Receipt

Organic Ground Premium Flaxseed

START100

Ingredients

  • Sodium nitrite minus 20 points
    Regulatory IARC classifies ingested nitrate or nitrite under conditions that result in endogenous nitrosation as Group 2A; it classifies processed meat as Group 1. [1][2][3][4][5]
subtotal−20

Nutrition per 100 g

  • Fiber 28.6 g / 100 g plus 4 points
    Strong A good source of fiber. [6]
  • Protein 21.4 g / 100 g plus 2 points
    Info A good source of protein. [6]
subtotal+6

Bonuses

  • Certified organic plus 5 points
    Info Carries a certified-organic label. [7][8]
subtotal+5

TOTAL 79Good

100 − 9 = 91 → capped at 79

Capped at 79. Contains sodium nitrite, an ingredient of high concern. [1][2][3][4][5]


GTIN 00022506541009 · 2026-07-23

score v1.3.0 · kb 2026.10.11

Low confidence

Same product, same score. Every time.

Nutrition per 100 g

Energy500 kcal
Fat42.9 g
Saturated fat3.6 g
Carbohydrates28.6 g
Added sugars0 g
Fiber28.6 g
Protein21.4 g

Serving: 1 serving (14 g)

Ingredients

  • TURA MED THE TASTE OF GOODNESS What is good taste? For most people taste is simply a matter orca We believe that the tastegoodness is about making conscious am about the foods we eate the planet we share and the people we wor th every day THE BENEFITS OF FLAXSEED Flaxseed offers the benefits of fiber (not recognized)
  • Omega-3 fatty acid Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) (not recognized)
  • protein and SDG lignans* Fiber promotes regularity and supports normal functioning of the digestive a fat and lipids within normal levels * ALA is an Omega-3 essential fatty acid that helps support normal cardiovascular function and helps to maintain healthy hair (not recognized)
  • skin and als This premium flaxseed is a highly concentrated source of secoisolariciresinol diglucoside (SDG) lignans - which are phytonutrients NOT ALL FLAXSEEDS ARE CREATED EQUAL Spectrum Essentials® Brand Flaxseeds are premium quality organic seeds that have been carefully selected for their nutritive content Flaxseed is a highly concentrated source of SDG lignans - the amount of SDG lignans can vary from 07% to 19% of seed weight depending on seasonal variation in growing conditions These select seeds are meticulously cleaned using a three-part process to remove ow weight (not recognized)
  • broken (not recognized)
  • rather than crushing it (not recognized)
  • thereby preventing te loss of valuable nutrients from oxidation The sliced seed is menately packaged in this light protective pouch and sealed rigitto ensure optimum nutritive benefits and product freshness SUGGESTED SERVING: 2-3 Tbsp daily Can be eaten alone (not recognized)
  • sonied on cereal (not recognized)
  • or used in baking Forfere omega-3 benefits (not recognized)
  • we recommend Spectrum Essentials® Bred organic Flax Oil Consult your healthcare practitioner for foundividual needs FRIGERATE AFTER OPENING: To store (not recognized)
  • press air out of pouch and Best if used within 3-4 months after opening men to extend shelf life Supplement Facts (not recognized)
  • Lake Success (not recognized)
  • NY 11080 8003437833 (not recognized)
  • wwwspectrumorganicscom ©2019 Spectrum Organic Products (not recognized)
  • treat (not recognized)
High Moderate Not recognized Tap an ingredient for its evidence and rules.
Label text, as published

TURA MED THE TASTE OF GOODNESS What is good taste? For most people taste is simply a matter orca We believe that the tastegoodness is about making conscious am about the foods we eate the planet we share and the people we wor th every day THE BENEFITS OF FLAXSEED Flaxseed offers the benefits of fiber, Omega-3 fatty acid Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA), protein and SDG lignans* Fiber promotes regularity and supports normal functioning of the digestive a fat and lipids within normal levels * ALA is an Omega-3 essential fatty acid that helps support normal cardiovascular function and helps to maintain healthy hair, skin and als This premium flaxseed is a highly concentrated source of secoisolariciresinol diglucoside (SDG) lignans - which are phytonutrients NOT ALL FLAXSEEDS ARE CREATED EQUAL Spectrum Essentials® Brand Flaxseeds are premium quality organic seeds that have been carefully selected for their nutritive content Flaxseed is a highly concentrated source of SDG lignans - the amount of SDG lignans can vary from 07% to 19% of seed weight depending on seasonal variation in growing conditions These select seeds are meticulously cleaned using a three-part process to remove ow weight, broken, and dirty seeds commonly found in bulk bins Only Spectrum Essentials® brand uses a proprietary milling process fat finely slices the seed, rather than crushing it, thereby preventing te loss of valuable nutrients from oxidation The sliced seed is menately packaged in this light protective pouch and sealed rigitto ensure optimum nutritive benefits and product freshness SUGGESTED SERVING: 2-3 Tbsp daily Can be eaten alone, sonied on cereal, yogurt and other foods, or used in baking Forfere omega-3 benefits, we recommend Spectrum Essentials® Bred organic Flax Oil Consult your healthcare practitioner for foundividual needs FRIGERATE AFTER OPENING: To store, press air out of pouch and Best if used within 3-4 months after opening men to extend shelf life Supplement Facts Serving Size 2 Tbsp (14g) Servings Per Container 48 Amount Per Serving % Daily Value Calories 70 Total Fat 6g Saturated Fal 05g Total Carbohydrate 4g Dietary Fiber 3g 7%* 3%* 1%* 11%* Protein 3g Calcium 28mg 2% Iron 09mg 5% Magnesium 51mg 12% Potassium 100mg 2% Omega-3 (alpha-linolenic acid ALA) 29g 180% Omega-6 (linoleic acid LA) 06g Omega-9 (oleic acid DA) 08g Lignans (SDG) 98mg • Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet **Daily Value nol established Organic cold milled ground flaxseed NO PRESERVATIVES Manufactured for Distribution by: The Hain Celestial Group, Inc, Lake Success, NY 11080 8003437833 • wwwspectrumorganicscom ©2019 Spectrum Organic Products, LLC CERTIFIED ORGANIC BY QAI SEED PRODUCT OF CANADA OR USA PACKAGED IN THE USA Certified 5100 *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease Gluten-Free BB: 07 JUN24H0 13:13 PRODUCT OF INDIA NO 1 3866

Allergens and diets

Contains: Milk

  • Not vegan

Always check the package: recipes change.

Sources

  1. Agents Classified by the IARC Monographs, Volumes 1–142 (List of Classifications)

    International Agency for Research on Cancer (WHO) · IARC

    monographs.iarc.who.int

  2. Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/2108 of 6 October 2023 amending Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 and the Annex to Regulation (EU) No 231/2012 as regards food additives nitrites (E 249–250) and nitrates (E 251–252)

    European Union (Official Journal) · Oct 6, 2023 · Law

    “the presence of nitrites and nitrates in foods can give rise to the formation of nitrosamines some of which are carcinogenic.”

    eur-lex.europa.eu

  3. EFSA confirms safe levels for nitrites and nitrates added to food

    European Food Safety Authority · Jun 15, 2017 · Agency assessment

    “They concluded that when nitrites are used at approved levels, their contribution to overall exposure to nitrosamines is of low concern for health.”

    efsa.europa.eu

  4. Nitrosamines in food raise a health concern

    European Food Safety Authority · Mar 28, 2023 · Agency assessment

    “Nitrosamines in food raise a health concern”

    efsa.europa.eu

  5. Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030

    U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Department of Agriculture · January 2026 · Regulator

    “Limit foods and beverages that include artificial flavors, petroleum-based dyes, artificial preservatives, and low-calorie non-nutritive sweeteners.”

    cdn.realfood.gov

  6. Regulation (EU) 2018/848 of 30 May 2018 on organic production and labelling of organic products

    European Union (Official Journal) · May 30, 2018 · Law

    eur-lex.europa.eu

  7. 7 CFR 205.102 Use of the term "organic" (National Organic Program)

    Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR), U.S. Office of the Federal Register · Feb 17, 2010 · Law

    “Any agricultural product that is sold, labeled, or represented as “100 percent organic,” “organic,” or “made with organic (specified ingredients or food group(s))” must be: (a) Produced in accordance with the requirements specified in § 205.101 or §§ 205.202 through 205.207”

    ecfr.gov