Description
Chia - a superfood valued for centuries
Storage: in a dry and ventilated place, protected from direct sunlight.
Cooking tip: Steep one teaspoon of chia in one teacup of water for 30 minutes. You can also soak in yogurt.
Gluten-free: Suitable for people with different dietary preferences.
Origin: Argentina.
Chia is a grain-like crop with small and hard, oval-shaped seeds, native to Mexico and Central America, prized for centuries for its nutritional qualities. It is the fruit of the Salvia Hispanica plant, a member of the Mint family. Chia seeds range in color from white to black. It is used in a variety of recipes, and in confectionery for garnishing and jelling sweets.
Chia is a true superfood, loaded with fiber, protein, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Fiber helps regulate digestion, lower cholesterol and maintain a healthy weight. Chia seeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for heart, brain and eye health.
