White Chia Seeds - Salvia Hispanica L. 454gr $13.99 Salvia Hispanica is one of nature’s most nutritious foods. It was used as a staple food by the Mayans and Aztecs for energy and endurance. This gluten-free super-food is rich in Omega 3, protein, soluble & insoluble fiber, antioxidants and an impressive array of vitamins & minerals, all of which are essential for a healthy body and mind. Advantage Health Matters’ Natural Traditions offers two varieties of the Salvia plant: white and natural. Simply choose the color which best suits your specific recipe or incorporate 2-4 tbsp of Salvia into your daily meals. Salvia’s mild, nutty taste can be added to your favorite recipes without altering their flavor. GMO & Gluten Free. Similar to Salba ® Seeds
Natural Chia Seeds - Salvia Hispanica L.454gr $11.99 Salvia Hispanica is one of nature’s most nutritious foods. It was used as a staple food by the Mayans and Aztecs for energy and endurance. This gluten-free superfood is rich in Omega 3, protein, soluble & insoluble fiber, antioxidants and an impressive array of vitamins & minerals, all of which are essential for a healthy body and mind. Advantage Health Matters’ Natural Traditions offers two varieties of the Salvia plant: white and natural. Simply choose the color which best suits your specific recipe or incorporate 2-4 tbsp of Salvia into your daily meals. Salvia’s mild, nutty taste can be added to your favorite recipes without altering their flavor. GMO & Gluten Free. Similar to Salba ® Seeds
Chia (Salvia hispanica l.) originated in the central Valley of Mexico and is a plant of the genus Salvia in the Mint family. Chia is probably one of nature’s most nutritious foods. It was used as a staple food by the Mayans and Aztecs for energy and endurance. It was largely cultivated by the Aztecs and was one of the five more important foods in that time. After the arrival of the Spaniards, the plant became almost extinct due to religious and cultural reasons. Today, Chia is making a come back and is being grown commercially again, providing a food of vegetable origin that has the most omega-3 fatty acid content. This raw, gluten-free, GMO free super-food is rich in Omega 3 fatty acids, protein, soluble and insoluble fiber, antioxidants and an impressive array of vitamins and minerals. Chia seed oil contains 30% Omega 3's and 40% Omega 6's. This is suggested to be the optimal balance of essential fatty acids. These are considered essential for a healthy mind and body.
Chia seeds are excellent for athletes because they are hydrophilic, which means that they can absorb and retain water. They can hold up to 10 times their weight in water making them a superb enhancer in hydrating our bodies. Studies also show that consuming chia seed slows down how fast our bodies convert carbohydrates into simple sugars. It is believed that the chia seed may have benefits for diabetics by slowing down the absorption of sugars. The chia seed forms into a gel when it becomes wet (much like flax seeds) and this gel, when in our digestive system, helps prevent some of the carbohydrates from being absorbed too rapidly. Eating the seeds also helps those wanting to lose weight by making them feel full and helping them to be less hungry between meals. Chia Seeds don't need to be ground to improve digestion. They are relatively easy to digest as is when chewed well. Soaked Chia seeds can be used in place of flax in your favorite Living Food recipes. It will provide the same binding attributes as flax for many dehydrator type recipes. If you would like to grind them, a simple coffee grinder will suffice. You can enjoy ground Chia on your salads or fresh fruit.
RawNutrition.ca is now offering two varieties of the Salvia plant: white and natural (brown). Their nutritional content is almost identical. Simply choose the color which best suits your specific recipe and visual appeal. You can incorporate 2-4 tbsp of Salvia into your daily meals for optimal benefits. You will certainly appreciate Salvia’s mild, nutty taste.
Here's a recipe to help you start your day off with Chia
Chia Muesli
2 tablespoons chia seeds
¾ cup sprouted buckwheat
1 diced apple
1 diced orange
Optional
Add some of your favorite super-foods to the mix like goji berries, mulberries or goldenberries.
Enjoy!
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Refuse: 0% Scientific Name:Salvia hispanica NDB No: 12006 (Nutrient values and weights are for edible portion) USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/foodcomp/search/e 20 (2007)
