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The brilliant Aztecs used these powerful seeds to sustain them on long and arduous hunting and trading expeditions and in battle. Runners would relay messages throughout their immense kingdom relying on it for their only source of nourishment.
Chia was to the Aztecs what Ginseng is to the Orient: the nutritional secret for restoring vigor and prolonging life.
- Chia is the highest known source of plant-based Omega 3, laso containing hugh levels of fibre and protein,
- Chia is recognized as a super-food with many clinically proven health benefits.
- Chia provides essential nutrients, including essential fatty acids (omega-3) and an abundance of both soluble and insoluble dietary fiber. In addition, it is an exceptionally rich source of vitamins, minerals and high quality vegetable protein.
Nutritional Information
100g Chia is equivalent to;
Omega -3 fatty Acid equivalent to 790g Atlantic Salmon
Vegetable Protein .............. 243g Kidney Beans
Fibre ........... 113g All Bran
Calcium ....... 636g Milk
Potassium ............ 166g bananas
Antioxidant capacity ............. 940g Oranges
Iron .......... 291g Spinach
Folate ........... 56g Asparagus
Uses
Chia is functionally compatible with a range of widely accepted foods such as the following:
Bakery products (breads, muffins, cakes, cookies, etc.)
Breakfast foods, sprinkled hot or cold.
Meal replacement, nutritional or weight loss smoothies
Beverages and powdered drink mixes
Gluten Free Chia and Celiac Disease
In all types of vegetable salads
  
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