- Omega 3 oils - 60-64% with a ratio to Omega 6 oils of anywhere from 3:2 or 2:1;
chia stores easily for long periods of time without odor rancidity
- Diabetes - The USDA cites research that indicates chia is excellent for maintaining
healthy glucose levels naturally because the gel it makes on its own when mixed in water
or juices causes carbohydrates to be slowly released into the bloodstream and slowly
converted into glucose
- Heart Disease - higher level of alpha-linolenic acids (reduces heart disease risk) than all
other seeds or grains
- Prostrate - excellent ratio of Omega 3 to Omega 6 oils
- Protein - 19-23% by weight, including all essential amino acids
- Hydration - the seed itself absorbs 7-9 times its size in water which allows electrolyte
retention
- Fiber & Weight control - 1 T. serving gives 30% of the daily amount of fiber needed for
optimum health; the chia produces a soluble mucilage fiber that absorbs up to 30 times
its weight in liquid, which allows for slow digestion and excellent elimination
- Calcium - 1 oz. of chia equals more than 5 times the amount of calcium in the same
amount of milk
- Vitamins - includes riboflavin, niacin, thiamin and trace amounts all other B vitamins
- Bones - chia has boron in it, which is needed for healthy bones because it aids the
metabolism of several minerals.
- Gluten Free - anyone who is allergic to gluten or prefers not to have it in their diet can
safely eat chia
- Sprouting - easy to sprout with a flavorful watercress-like taste
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