linhaça
1. The seed of the flax plant, used to produce linseed oil and as a nutritional supplement
Linseed is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and fiber.
A linhaça é rica em ácidos graxos ômega-3 e fibra.
2. The small, flat, brown or golden seeds harvested from flax plants (Linum usitatissimum)
She sprinkled linseed on her morning oatmeal.
Ela polvilhou linhaça em sua aveia matinal.
3. Used attributively to refer to products derived from linseed, such as linseed oil
Linseed oil has been used in painting and woodworking for centuries.
O óleo de linhaça tem sido usado em pintura e carpintaria por séculos.
Linseed (linhaça) has become increasingly popular in Brazil and Portugal as part of health and wellness trends, particularly in smoothies, yogurts, and as a dietary supplement. It is commonly found in health food stores and natural product markets. In the USA, linseed oil remains important in traditional woodworking and painting, while ground flaxseed is popular in health-conscious diets.
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