White Chia seed

General Description

White Chia seed (Salvia Hispanica L.) is an ancient crop of the Mayans and Aztecs cultivated in the tropical and sub-tropical valleys of Central and South America. Chia bran is obtained by extracting the oil through cold press process from the seed. Andes-Harvest’s chia seed is cultivated in Bolivia and Argentina.

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Health Benefits

White Chia seed is the richest source of omega-3 (a range of 60% alpha-Linolenic acid ALA in its oil), with additional large content of antioxidants, fiber, vitamins, minerals and proteins. Its Omega 3 is a natural antinflamatory, has a positive effect on brain structure, reduce systolic blood pressure in diabetic people, improve cardiovascular health among other health benefits chia seed provides.

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Applications

Together with its neutral flavor can be added seamlessly to any of your meals. Chia seeds can be consumed directly and indirectly through feed for products like meat, eggs, milk or directly in dairy products, drinks, seed or snacks mix, cereal bars, bread and breakfast applications, homemade food preparations, salads, desserts, toppings, pet food, health supplements, among many others.

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