Seeds are tiny seeds shaped like a kidney. It is harvested from the opium poppy plant and is classified as an oilseed, which means its oil is extracted by pressure and used almost as commonly as its seeds. Many countries worldwide produce opium poppy, with India and Turkey reported as the top growers.

What are the carbohydrates in poppy seeds?

Most carbohydrates in poppy seeds are fiber with a small amount of starch and sugar. Poppy contains significant dietary fat, mostly omega-6 polyunsaturated and linoleic acids. Other primary fatty acids in poppy seeds include oleic acid, stearic acid, and palmitic acid.