Natures Velvet Chia Seeds, 0.250 kg

Chia seeds are among the healthiest foods on the planet. Chia seeds are tiny black seeds from the plant Salvia hispanica, which is related to the mint. Chia seeds were an important food for the Aztecs and Mayans back in the day. They prized them for their ability to provide sustainable energy. In fact, "chia" is the ancient Mayan word for "strength." Despite their ancient history as a dietary staple, chia seeds became recognized as a modern-day superfood In the past few years, they have exploded in popularity and are now consumed by health conscious people all over the world. Don't be fooled by the size — these tiny seeds pack a powerful nutritional punch.They’re loaded with nutrients that can have important benefits for your body and brain. Almost All the Carbs in Them Are Fiber. Chia Seeds Are Loaded With Antioxidants. Chia Seeds Are High in Omega-3 Fatty Acids. They’re High in Many Important Bone Nutrients. They May Reduce Chronic Inflammation. Chia seeds are incredibly easy to incorporate into your diet. The seeds themselves taste rather bland, so you can add them to pretty much anything. They also don't need to be ground like flax seeds, which makes them much easier to prepare. They can be eaten raw, soaked in juice, added to porridge, pudding, smoothies or added to baked goods. You can also sprinkle them on top of cereal, yogurt, vegetables or rice dishes. Because of their ability to absorb both water and fat, they can be used to thicken sauces and as egg substitutes in recipes. They can also be mixed with water and turned into a gel. Adding chia seeds to recipes will dramatically boost their nutritional value.