Chia seeds are called the world's number one superfood. They are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants like quercetin, kaempferol, chlorogenic acid, and caffeic acid, potassium, magnesium, iron, calcium, and soluble and insoluble dietary fiber. Chia seeds play a very important role in our health benefits.
| What are Chia Seeds?
Chia are the seeds of a mint species plant called Salvia hispanica. It is mainly grown in the desert regions of Central America and Mexico. Experts claim that it was included in the diet of the ancient Aztec civilization. They look a lot like tokma seeds. Chia seeds are white and black in color and small in size like sesame seeds.
| Nutritional Value of Chia Seeds
5 times more calcium than milk
3 times more protein than eggs
Double the potassium of bananas
7 times more vitamin C than oranges
3 times more iron than spinach