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Nourish Organics

Active Flax Seeds

Name: Active Flax Seeds
Brand: Nourish Organics

Clean SafeShelf · review pending

NOVA 1single ingredientcertified organichigh fiberno preservativesno added sugarveganlactose-freegluten-freediabetic-safenut-freepregnancy-safe

Serving

30 g

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01 — Ingredient mix

What’s in the box, ranked from most concerning.

Each ingredient gets a tier from our researched dossier. The list sorts worst-first; the donut summarises the distribution. Tap any ingredient for its full dossier.

Cleared · 1 ingredient shown

Cleared1 of 1 ingredient

Organic Flax SeedsCleared

02 — Claims audit

Every label claim, fact-checked.

We treat each claim as a question — does what’s inside back it up? Tap a claim for the reasoning.

4/10

claims fully supported

“Gluten Free”misleading

Flax seeds are naturally gluten-free. However, the facility also processes whole grains, creating a cross-contamination risk that is disclosed on the label. For coeliacs, this caveat matters.

“Rich in Omega-3”true

The label's own per-100 g panel shows 22.52 g ALA omega-3, and 6.76 g per 30 g serving — among the highest plant-based omega-3 sources available. Claim is well supported.

“Rich in Protein”true

Per-100 g panel shows 23.38 g protein, comfortably above the FSSAI threshold of 12 g/100 g for a 'rich in protein' declaration on a plant food.

“100% Certified Organic Superfood Seeds”true

LACON Quality Certification Pvt Ltd certification under NPOP (Accreditation No. NPOP/NAB/D041) is confirmed in EXTRA INFORMATION. Ingredient list is 100% organic flax seeds.

“Brain Booster”unverified

ALA omega-3 has some evidence for supporting neurological health, but 'brain booster' implies a direct cognitive-enhancement effect for which no specific clinical evidence is provided in the available data.

“Heart Healthy”unverified

ALA omega-3 and dietary fibre have recognised cardiovascular benefits in the scientific literature (WHO, EFSA), and flaxseed lignans have been associated with modest LDL reduction. Broadly supported but no product-specific clinical data provided.

“Weight Management”unverified

High fibre and protein content can support satiety, but a direct 'weight management' outcome claim requires substantiation beyond nutrient composition alone, which is not provided.

“Post Workout Recovery”unverified

No amino-acid profile, BCAA content, or sports-recovery evidence is provided in any of the four data sources. Plant protein from flaxseeds is incomplete and not established as a post-workout recovery food.

“No Preservatives”true

Single-ingredient product with no additives listed; allergen statement on label also explicitly states 'No preservatives'. Confirmed.

“Active Flax Seeds”unverified

This is the product name, not a functional claim. 'Active' is a descriptor with no defined regulatory meaning in this context; it does not correspond to any measurable property in the available data.

03 — The fuller picture

Read the whole thing if a one-line verdict isn’t enough.

What’s in favour, and what’s working against it

In favour

Single ingredient — 100% organic flax seeds, nothing else
LACON-certified organic under India's NPOP standards
Exceptionally high ALA omega-3 (~22.5 g/100 g) for brain and heart support
Very high dietary fibre (~29.5 g/100 g) supports digestion and satiety
Zero added sugars and zero trans fat
No preservatives or artificial additives of any kind

Working against

Contains cyanogenic glycosides; daily intake should be limited to ~15–20 g
Cross-contamination risk: facility also processes peanuts, tree nuts, whole grains
Main nutrition table appears to show per-serving values labelled as per 100 g — potentially confusing
Omega-3 is ALA form; conversion to EPA/DHA in the body is limited (~5–15%)

Who should approach with care

Pregnancy — NCCIH states flaxseed safety in pregnancy is not well established, and phytoestrogenic lignans may exert hormonal effects on the foetus.

Lactation — Adequate safety data on flaxseed supplementation during breastfeeding are lacking; NCCIH advises caution for nursing individuals.

Infants — Infants' low body weight makes exceeding the EFSA cyanide ARfD (20 µg/kg bw) from cyanogenic glycosides in flaxseeds far easier; not recommended in infant diets.

Children — EFSA data show that at the 95th percentile of consumption, children can exceed the cyanide ARfD from cyanogenic glycoside-containing foods including linseed; portions must be strictly limited.

Thyroid Disease — Flaxseed lignans are phytoestrogenic and may interfere with thyroid hormone metabolism and absorption of thyroid medications.

Ibs — Higher doses of flaxseed can cause bloating, fullness, and diarrhoea per NCCIH guidance, which may exacerbate IBS symptoms.

Ibd — The high insoluble fibre content of whole flaxseeds may aggravate bowel inflammation or obstruction symptoms during IBD flares.

Gluten Intolerance — Flax seeds are inherently gluten-free, but this facility also processes whole grains, presenting a cross-contamination risk for coeliacs and those with non-coeliac gluten sensitivity.

Nut Allergy — The facility processes peanuts and tree nuts alongside this product; the label explicitly states 'may contain traces' of both, posing a cross-contact risk for nut-allergic individuals.

The full analysis

This product is bought by health-conscious urban consumers looking to add omega-3s, dietary fibre, and plant protein to their daily diet via smoothies, salads, or baked goods. It is one of the cleaner packaged-food offerings you will encounter: a single whole-seed ingredient, organic certification under India's NPOP standards, zero additives, and a strong nutrient profile — notably ~22.5 g ALA omega-3 and ~29.5 g dietary fibre per 100 g (OCR-verified from label's own per-100 g panel). The most useful thing a curious consumer should know is that the values printed in the main nutrition table appear to be per-serving (30 g) figures mislabelled as per 100 g, so the per-100 g panel inside the label is the accurate reference; also, flaxseeds contain naturally occurring cyanogenic glycosides, meaning daily intake should stay within roughly 15–20 g for most adults, with pregnant women, young children, and people with thyroid conditions advised to consult a doctor.

FSSAI licence

13618033000006

Manufacturer

Samruddhi Organic Farm India Pvt. Ltd.

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Analysis

Independently researched