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Organic Black Chia Seed

The people of the ancient Aztec and Mayan empires revered chia seeds as vital nourishment. These mighty, gluten-free seeds, packed with omega-3, protein, rare antioxidants and fiber, are making a strong comeback in the 21st century. Enjoy them in yogurt, oatmeal, baked goods or smoothies.

Organic White Chia Seed

These white chia seeds are comparable to the black ones in nutrition and health benefits. Their main difference is the color! Some people prefer the white seeds for certain recipes in which the presence of black seeds would be undesirable. They can be used interchangeably with black chia seed. 

Organic Ground Chia Seed

We grind fresh, whole chia seeds to make them more convenient for you to use. These tiny but mighty seeds are packed with vital nutrition that can enhance many recipes.

More Info On This Product

If you ve only heard of chia seeds from those chia pets that are sold on late-night TV, you re in for a surprise when you learn that these small, crunchy, gluten-free seeds are a rich source of protein, beneficial antioxidants, essential omega-3 fatty acids and fiber.

A traditional South American crop, chia seed (Latin name Salvia hispanica L.) has been used for thousands of years. In fact, archeological evidence indicates that humans have been using chia as early as 3500 BCE!

Making a comeback in healthy diets, these super seeds are an excellent source of essential minerals such as phosphorous, manganese, calcium, sodium and potassium. In fact, to provide a comparison, 3 tbsp. of chia has:

• 15x more magnesium than broccoli
• 6x more calcium than whole milk
• 30% more antioxidants than blueberries
• 2x more potassium than bananas

• We aren t kidding when we say these tiny seeds pack a mighty punch!

  Our organic chia seeds can be easily incorporated into your diet. Use them on yogurt and oatmeal, in smoothies, added to sauces as a thickener, or even used in baked goods as a replacement for egg.

  OUR CHIA PRODUCTS ARE:
  Certified organic and non-GMO
  Unrefined
  Never hexane-processed
  Vegan
  Raw
  Gluten-free

  DETAILS

  Package Description: 12 oz. (340 g)

  Serving Size: 1 Tablespoon (12 g)

  Number of Servings: About 28

  FACTS

  Supplement Facts
  Serving Size: 1 Tbsp (12 g)
  Serving Per Container: About 28
  		Amount Per Serving		%Daily Value*
  Calories		60
  Calories from Fat		25
  Total Fat		3 g		5%
  Saturated Fat		0 g		0%
  Trans Fat		0 g
  Polyunsaturated Fat		2.5 g
  Monounsaturated Fat		0 g
  Cholesterol		0 mg		0%
  Sodium		0 mg		0%
  Potassium		60 mg		2%
  Total Carbohydrate		5 g		2%
  Dietary Fiber		5 g		20%
  Sugars		0 g
  Protein		3 g		6%
  Vitamin A				0%
  Vitamin C				0%
  Calcium				8%
  Iron				6%
  Magnesium				10%
  *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:

  		Calories:		2,000		2,500
  Total Fat		Less than		65 g		80 g
  Sat Fat		Less than		20 g		25 g
  Cholesterol		Less than		300 mg		300 mg
  Sodium		Less than		2400 mg		2400 mg
  Potassium		Less than		3500 mg		3500 mg
  Total Carbohydrate				300 g		375 g
  Dietary Fiber				25 g		30 g
  Protein				50 g		65 g

  Other Ingredients: Raw organic chia seeds.

  DIRECTIONS

  Soak 2 Tbsp of seeds for 5-10 minutes in 6 oz. of water to produce a nutritious gel that can be added to countless recipes.

  WARNINGS

  Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Keeps for two years.

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