There's
flaxseed in this recipe — rich in Omega - 3, fiber and
mucilage (keeps food longer in the small intestines, making for better absorption of nutrients)!
Flax, also known as
flaxseed, has historically been used to treat digestion issues, as it contains high proportions of insoluble fiber; one tablespoon provides 3 g, combined with a large amount of
mucilage.
Common sources of
mucilage include Aloe vera leaves, ambrette, arnica, balsam fir, basil, borage, cactus, celery, chia seeds, evening primrose, fenugreek seeds, fig,
flaxseed, hibiscus, Irish moss or carrageenan (a seaweed), kelp (a seaweed), lemon, linseed, liquorice root, mallow, marshmallow root, mustard seeds, nettle, nutmeg, okra, parsley root, plantain (a herb) seeds, potatoes, psyllium seed husks, quince seeds, sage, slippery elm inner bark [2,3].
This combination of features — omega - 3 fatty acids, high - lignan content, and
mucilage gums — is a key factor in the unique health benefits of
flaxseeds.