Chia (Salvia hispanica) is a powerful ingredient from the mint family, originating from Mexico's central valley. Its rich history with the Aztecs and Mayans make it a highly valued part of our daily diets. With an abundance of omega-3s, antioxidants, protein, minerals, and vitamin B, these Kosher chia seeds provide essential nutrients for a healthy lifestyle.
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How To Eat And Prepare:
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.