As mentioned in the blog, flaxseeds has plant-based omega-3 fatty acids (like those in fish), which are good fats, and lignans, which has antioxidant qualities in addition to the fiber. Bran do not provide omega-3 fatty acids or lignans. Flaxmeal is also used as a replacement for eggs for it's thickening and binding qualities for some recipes. For example, it can replace some of the eggs in a meatloaf recipe to add fiber to the dish. It doesn't replace any leavening action eggs provide. Anyway, those blueberry muffins look terrific!!

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