Digestive Science Organic Chia SeedOrganic Chia Seed
The Nutritional Value of Chia Seed Is Extraordinary!
Digestive Science Organic Chia Seeds are an excellent source of COMPLETE vegetable protein, with nine essential amino acids and a protein quality score of 115 out of 100 (off the charts – excellent)! They contain NO cholesterol, making them a great source of protein for those who are seeking heart healthy foods. And the protein helps to make them a satisfying, energy-boosting snack.
Just 2 tablespoons of Digestive Science Organic Chia Seeds contain a whopping 10.3 grams of fiber (both soluble and insoluble). That's nearly 42% of your recommended daily fiber intake. And that's 3-4 times more fiber than what you'll get from a single serving of a brand-name fiber supplement.
Is your life hectic? Adding these essential fatty acids, nutrients, and fiber to your daily meals is a breeze with Digestive Science Organic Chia Seeds because they're easily added to ANY meal. Sprinkle them on cereal or salads. Throw them in your salad dressings or sauces, bake them in muffins, or toss them in stews. Put them in sandwiches or on peanut butter toast. They're particularly tasty in blender smoothies! Your imagination will be your only limit. And since you don't need to grind them like flax, you just sprinkle and serve in SECONDS! And unlike flax, they won't go rancid. They have an extremely long shelf life.
A common complaint about flax seeds is that their flavor is too strong – overpowering! What you'll LOVE about Digestive Science Organic Chia Seeds is that they're almost tasteless. Slightly sweet, at most. So they easily disappear into most meals. When combined with liquid, they gel and become soft. When tossed on salads or toast, they add a little extra crunch. Heating the seeds to add them to baking, soups, stews, sauces, etc. doesn't affect their nutritional value (though you should avoid extremely high heats).
As early back as the 14th Century, the Aztec's so valued the chia
seed that is was given to their rulers in an annual tribute. And
Aztec warriors and runners relied on chia to keep them hydrated and
nourished as they carried their messages hundreds of miles across the
mountains.
In fact, its name comes from the Aztec word "chian", which means
"oily" as the seed is well known for being rich in nutrient dense oils.
It is still popular in Mexico and Guatemala today, where whole seeds
are used to make nutritious drinks as well as being added to various
meals. However, it just now gaining global attention as a "superfood", a
superior source of protein, fiber, fatty acids, vitamins, trace
minerals, and essential amino acids!
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