Chia Seeds | 1.75 lb. Bag | Rich Source of Omega-3s, Antioxidants, Protein, Minerals, and Vitamin B | Organic | Non-GMO | Add To Yogurt & Smoothies
Chia (Salvia hispanica) is a member of the mint family, originating in Mexico's central valley. It has been a vital part of the diets of the Aztecs and Mayans. Kosher chia seeds provide an abundance of omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, protein, minerals, and vitamin B. This ancient superfood is perfect for runners as it boosts hydration and preserves electrolytes.
Health Benefits:
- Contains 2x the amount of Potassium as bananas
- 3x the amount of antioxidant strength of blueberries
- 3x more iron than spinach
- Slows the impact of sugars on the system
- Creates a physical barrier between carbs and the digestive enzymes that break them down
- Slows the conversion of carbs into sugar
- Organic
- Non-GMO
How To Eat And Prepare:
- Add to yogurt, puddings, smoothies, and salad dressings
- Add to your favorite juice
- Add to soups and sauces
- Add to brownie or bread batter
- Can be ground and added to all of the above as well as coffee
Chia Gel: A popular use of chia seeds is as chia gel. Just mix 1/3 cup chia seeds with 2 cups water in a jar, shake and refrigerate the gel will develop in a few hours or overnight. It can be added to creamy and liquid foods (e.g. salad dressings, yogurt, smoothies) boosting nutrition and acting as a fat and calorie displacer.
It all began on the Vetter family farm in 1953. That is when Don Vetter, questioning the science and ethics of the agricultural practices of the day, began to adopt organic farming methods. Don’s son David returned to the farm in 1975 after earning a Bachelor’s Degree in agronomy/soil science from the University of Nebraska. The Vetters were true pioneers, being among the first in the region to take the organic challenge. Their courage and perseverance paid off; the farm was certified organic in 1978, and became The Grain Place, Inc. in 1979. Now a well-established and growing business, Grain Place Foods is operated by a staff of two dozen highly-trained individuals, several of whom have been with the company for over 15 years.
The mission of Grain Place Foods is to provide to its customers grain products that are grown and produced in an ecologically sustainable and socially responsible manner – with the conviction that how your food is produced does matter! Based in Marquette, Nebraska.