Sunday, June 28, 2009

Chia Seeds

Black and White Chia Seeds

The Chia seed (Salvia hispanica) is the highest known plant source of anti-inflammatory Omega-3 (8 times higher than Salmon), and unlike other sources of this important fatty acid, eg, flaxseed, hemp or fish, it is highly stable due to its powerfully naturally occurring anti-oxidants.

Both Black and white chia seeds are combined to maximise the nutritional benefits of each.

Chia is packed full of the following nutrients.

  • 8 x more Omega-3 EFA's than salmon
  • 7 x more Vitamin C than oranges
  • 6 x more fibre than oat bran (soluble and insoluble fibre for bowel, cholesterol and blood sugar regulation.
  • 5 x more calcium than milk
  • 4 x higher ORAC value than blueberries
  • 3 x more iron than spinach
  • 2 x more potassium than bananas
  • 15 x more magnesium than broccoli
  • 18 amino acids
  • Vitamin A and B12
  • complete protein (23%)

All adds up to 100% healthy nutrition.

How to use Chia Seeds

Buy Chia Seeds Sprinkle these flavourless black and white seeds on slads, muesli, stirfrys or cereal. Grind into smoothies or add to muffin or bread batter. Or make a gel mixing 1 tablespoon with 1 cup water, wait 10 mins and consume 1 tspn (may refrigerate for up to 3 weeks).

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