Chia Seeds, An Ancient Superfood - BULK -Ready to use superfood

Chia seeds are a nutrition powerhouse, rich in fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants. Add them to dishes or as a topping for oats, cereals, or smoothies to boost their nutritional value..

What are chia seeds?

Chia seeds, derived from the Salvia hispanica plant, have been a staple food for over 5,000 years. They are tiny black or white seeds, a member of the mint family native to Central America, and were commonly eaten by the Aztecs and Mayans.

Chia Plant Seeds
A popular component of the health food game, Chia seeds are consumed raw, made into flour, soaked in juices and teas, and added to smoothies. An excellent source of protein and Omega 3s (and simply delightful when grown as a pet) there’s not many who can’t appreciate some aspect of this versatile seed!
Detailed Chia Info: Salvia hispanica. Annual. 10-20 days. Zone 9-11. 31,000 seeds per oz. 18-24" height. Produces pointed, textured green leaves with serrated edges, and purple flower spikes.
About Chia: Chia, which originally grew in Mexico and Central America, has been valued as a staple nutrient for hundreds of years; in Mexico, it once acted as currency. With available water, natives could survive on the nutrients of a small amount of chia seeds for an entire day or many days if necessary. Several universities have researched the health benefits of chia and found that a tablespoon of seed could sustain a person for 24 hours even under extreme exertion.
The seeds provide essential nutrients and have many medical benefits, as well as being an excellent source of fiber, protein, calcium, and digestive enzymes. Chia seeds also contain one of the highest known sources of Essential Fatty Acids, the highest source of energy in nutrition that regulate many life processes in the body. Not to be outdone, chia leaves contain powerful antioxidants that improve overall health as well as increasing energy. Fresh or dried, the leaves make a therapeutic tea that banishes lethargy and purifies the body.