Chia, a member of the sage family, is an ancient food of the Mayan, Aztec and Southwest Native American people and was a staple in their diet along with corn, beans and amaranth. Chia was so valued that it was offered to their gods in ceremonies and was also used as currency.
Known as the ‘Running Food’, its use as a high-energy endurance food has been recorded as far back as the ancient Aztecs.
- Chia is one of the highest plant source of Omega-3 known to man.
- Chia is a very powerful anti-inflammatory.
- Chia is rich in antioxidants which protect its delicate essential fatty acids from oxidation. Unlike other sources of omega-3 oils (e.g., flax, hemp, or fish)
- Chia doesn’t require the artificial or added antioxidants in order to remain fresh.
- Chia has five times more calcium than milk and the calcium is more readily absorbed thanks to the traces of boron which is vital for bone health.
- Chia seeds are highly hydrophilic with the ability to hold about nine to twelve times their weight in water. This ability can prolong hydration and retain electrolytes in body fluids, especially during exertion or exercise. These hydrating properties also prevent muscle fatigue during exercise and aids muscle recover after exercise.
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