Chia seeds (salvia hispanica) have become one of the most popular super foods in the health community. They’re easy to digest when prepared properly and a very versatile ingredient that adds easily to recipes. Plus, chia seeds benefits are plentiful. Originally grown in Mexico, the seeds were highly valued for their medicinal properties and nutritional value. In fact, they were even used as currency. The chia seed is nutrient-dense and packs a punch of energy-boosting power. Aztec warriors ate chia seeds to give them high energy and endurance. They said just one spoonful of chia could sustain them for 24 hours. Chia means “strength” in the Mayan language, and chia seeds were known as “runners’ food” because runners and warriors would use them as fuel while running long distances or during battle. Chia Seed Nutrition Profile. The reason chia seeds are so beneficial is due to them being rich in fiber, omega-3 fats, protein, vitamins and minerals. For example, one ounce (28 grams) of chia seeds contain about: (1)137 calories 12.3 grams carbohydrates 4.4 grams protein 8.6 grams fat 10.6 grams fiber 0.6 milligram manganese (30 percent DV) 265 milligrams phosphorus (27 percent DV)177 milligrams calcium (18 percent DV)1 milligram zinc (7 percent DV)0.1 milligram copper (3 percent DV)44.8 milligrams potassium (1 percent DV) Chia seeds also contain essential fatty acids alpha-linolenic and linoleic acid; mucin; strontium’ vitamins A, B, E and D; and minerals, including iron, iodine, magnesium, manganese, niacin and thiamine; and they’re a rich source of antioxidants. 100% Fresh & High Quality. Most packages are delivered withing 1-4 days!! This item is in the category “Health & Beauty\Natural & Alternative Remedies\Herbal Remedies & Resins”. The seller is “dmarketline” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, China, Korea, South, Indonesia, Taiwan, South Africa, Hong Kong, Bahamas, Israel, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts-Nevis, Saint Lucia, Montserrat, Turks and Caicos Islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei Darussalam, Bolivia, Ecuador, Egypt, French Guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman Islands, Liechtenstein, Sri Lanka, Monaco, Macau, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Vietnam, Uruguay.
- Black Chia: 25 lb
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Paraguay
- Custom Bundle: No
- Formulation: seeds
- Expiration Date: feb 2023
- Active Ingredients: Chia Seeds
- Modified Item: No
- Bundle Listing: No
- Non-Domestic Product: No
- Brand: Unbranded