Nutiva’s newest superfood is Chia Seeds.
An ancient food, these tiny but mighty chia seeds were revered by the early Aztec and Mayan cultures and are making a strong comeback in the 21st century.
Each seed is packed with fiber, protein, minerals, omega-3, and antioxidants.
Chia’s bland flavor makes it versatile for use in recipes both savory and sweet, and it swells to 12 times its weight in liquid within 10 minutes.
Enjoy Nutiva Chia Seeds on yogurt and oatmeal, or in smoothies. Add them to sauces as a thickener and to muffins and cakes as an egg replacement.
LOOK — 10 reasons to add chia seeds to your diet:
Combat Diabetes
Chia is being studied as a potential natural treatment for type-2 diabetes because of its ability to slow down digestion. The gelatinous coating chia seeds develops when exposed to liquids-can also prevent blood sugar spikes.
Get More Fibre
Just a 28-gram or one-ounce serving of chia has 11 grams of dietary fibre — about a third of the recommended daily intake for adults. Adding some chia to your diet is an easy way to make sure you're getting a good amount of fibre, which is important for digestive health.
Stock Up On Omega-3
Chia seeds are packed with omega-3 fatty acids, with nearly five grams in a one-ounce serving. These fats are important for brain health. "There's better conversion of omega 3s into the plasma or into the food than with flax seed," said researcher Wayne Coates.
Stronger Teeth And Bones
A serving of chia seeds has 18 per cent of the recommended daily intake for calcium, which puts your well on your way to maintaining bone and oral health, and preventing osteoporosis.
Don't Forget Manganese
Manganese isn't a well-known nutrient, but it's important for our health: it's good for your bones and helps your body use other essential nutrients like biotin and thiamin. One serving of chia seeds, or 28 grams, has 30 per cent of your recommended intake of this mineral.
Plenty Of Phosphorus
With 27 per cent of your daily value for phosphorus, chia seeds also helps you maintain healthy bones and teeth. Phosphorus is also used by the body to synthesize protein for cell and tissue growth and repair.
Pack In The Protein
Chia seeds also make a great source of protein for vegetarians and don't have any cholesterol. One 28-gram serving of these super seeds has 4.4 grams of protein, nearly 10 per cent of the daily value.
Fight Belly Fat
Chia's stabilizing effect on blood sugar also fights insulin resistance which can be tied to an increase in belly fat, according to Live Strong. This type of resistance can also be harmful for your overall health.
Get Full. Faster
Tryptophan, an amino acid found in turkey, is also found in chia seeds. While tryptophan is responsible for that strong urge to nap after a big Thanksgiving dinner for example, it also helps regulate appetite, sleep and improve mood.
Improve Heart Health
According to the Cleveland Clinic, chia seeds have been shown to improve blood pressure in diabetics, and may also increase healthy cholesterol while lowering total, LDL, and triglyceride cholesterol. All good news for your ticker!
Description
The people of the ancient Aztec and Mayan empires revered chia seeds as vital nourishment. These mighty seeds, packed with Omega-3, protein, rare antioxidants, and fiber, are making a strong comeback in the 21st century. Enjoy them in yogurt, oatmeal, baked goods, or smoothies. No need to grind chia. Soak 2 Tbsp of chia seed for 5-10 minutes in 6 oz of water to produce a nutritious chia gel that can be added to hundreds of recipes. Also enjoy Nutiva's bulk-size 3 lb Chia Seed, White Chia Seed, Milled Chia Seed, Hempseed, Hemp Oil, Hemp Protein, Coconut Oil, and Coconut Manna.
Suggested Use
Chia Cereal
Make a delicious breakfast treat by soaking chia seeds for 5 minutes in hot or cold liquid. Add sliced fruit, hempseed, and honey or syrup, and dig in.
Other Ingredients
Raw, certified-organic chia seeds.
Warnings
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Keep for over two years.
| Supplement Facts | ||
| Serving Size: 1 Tbsp (12 g) | ||
| Servings Per Container: About 75 | ||
| Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value* | |
| Calories | 60 | |
| Calories from Fat | 25 | |
| Total Fat | 3 g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 60 mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5 g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber | 5 g | 20% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 3 g | |
| Vitamin A | 0% | |
| Calcium | 8% | |
| Magnesium | 10% | |
| Vitamin C | 0% | |
| Iron | 6% | |
| *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower, depending on your calorie needs. | ||