Chia seeds are tiny black seeds from the plant salvia hispanica. The plant grows natively in South America. “Chia” is the ancient Mayan word for “strength”. Chia seeds were an important food for the ancient civilisation of the Aztecs and Mayans. Chia seeds were prized for their ability to provide sustainable energy. The nutrients in chia seeds is known to support heart health, joint function, and encourage a healthy digestive system.
DESCRIPTION
Chia seeds have long been thought of as a superfood. Chia seeds are known to be rich in dietary fiber, protein and micronutrients, being neutral in taste, these versatile little seeds can be added to many of your favourite dishes and drinks. A sprinkle of chia seeds on salads, smoothies, oatmeal and other cereal livens up your entire meal, giving you an extra boost of nutrition.
220 Grams : RM 28.90
- 100% Organic chia seeds
- Gluten-free
- No additives and preservatives added
NUTRITIONAL INGREDIENTS
Organic Chia Seeds (salvia hispanica L.)
| Serving Size:5g | |
| Nutritional Facts | Per Serving (5g) |
| Energy | 26.2kcal |
| Protein | 1.06g |
| Carbohydrate | 1.875g |
| Sugar | 0.00g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7g |
| – Insoluble Fiber | 1.5g |
| – Soluble Fiber | 0.2g |
| Fat | 1.57g |
| – Saturated fatty acid | 0.18g |
| – Monounsaturated fatty acid | 0.16g |
| – Polyunsaturated fatty acid | 1.22g |
| – Cholesterol | 0.00g |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.04mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.01mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 056mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.01mg |
| Vitamin B8 (Biotin) | 0.625µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.46mg |
| Minerals | |
| Sodium | 0.002mg |
| Calcium | 25.0mg |
| Iron | 0.33mg |
| Phosphorus | 26.75mg |
| Magnesium | 14.5mg |
| Copper | 75mcg |
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
Organic Chia Seeds (equivalent to 15g per serving) each day for optimum health and vitality.
Chia seeds can be eaten in so many ways, such as sprinkling them on your yoghurt, beverages, pancakes, breakfast cereal, salads and salad dressings; baked in bread, cookies or cakes; and on your rice.
STORAGE CONDITIONS
- Store in cool, dry place.
- Keep container tightly closed.
- Keep refrigerated after opening to preserve quality.
