Chia Seeds, Whole, White, Organic

Chia means “strength” in the Mayan language. Back then it was known as “runner’s food” because runners and warriors would use it as fuel while running long distances or before a big battle.

Chia seeds are tiny black seeds from the plant Salvia hispanica, which is a member of the mint family. Native to Central America, chia seeds have been used for more than 3,000 years. Ancient Aztec warriors also prized chia seeds as an endurance-promoting superfood.

A single ounce of chia seeds has 138 calories and provides 10 grams of fiber, four grams of protein and eight grams of fat in the form of omega-3s. In fact, chia is one of the richest, whole food sources of pure omega-3. It’s also a great source of antioxidants, as well as calcium, manganese, magnesium, potassium, zinc, iron and phosphorus, making it the perfect survival food. And chia seeds are especially rich in essential fatty acids and high-ORAC antioxidants such as quercetin, myrecetin, caffeic acid and chlorogenic acid.

Due to its high fiber content, chia seeds absorb more than 10 times its weight in water, making it an excellent source of hydration. Chia's soluble fiber forms a gel that slows the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream, binds it to toxins in the digestive system, and helps eliminate waste. This gel, also known as mucilage, also works well in vegan baking as a replacement for eggs.        

We recommend eating 45 grams (approximately 3 tablespoons) of chia every day. Sprinkle on breakfast cereal, yogurt and jelly sandwiches. Blend in smoothies, mix in salads and soups, or use it while baking breads and pastries.

Chia seeds are the ultimate food booster. When cooking, chia seeds thicken foods and can add more substance and nutrition to a dish without all the extra calories. It has a very mild flavor, so it doesn’t influence the taste of other foods. You just add it like a supplement.

• Organic
• Non-GMO
• Vegan
• Country of Origin(s): Mexico, Peru, Argentina, Paraguay, Nicaragua, Bolivia

WARNING: Consuming this product can expose you to Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/food.