White Chia Seeds: Tiny, Tasty, Nutritious!

Chia seeds are tiny nutritional dynamos.

Chia (salvia hispanica) plants are native to Mexico and South America, where it has been valued for many thousands of years as a food, medicine, sacred offering and even a currency.

White Chia offers all the impressive nutritional benefits as black chia seeds, but they are slightly smaller and lighter in color and texture.

White Chia Seeds by NOW Real Food is a healthful snack by itself or a versatile addition to hot or cold, sweet or savory recipes, adding important minerals, fiber, protein and omega-3 fatty acids.

About White Chia Seeds:

White chia seeds may be enjoyed as is or added to food or drinks. Their natural mucilage (fiber) helps gel liquids - such as juices, sauces and smoothies.

Benefits:

• Low-glycemic - may slow digestion and support normal blood glucose levels
• Natural plant-source of omega-3 fatty acids - may support healthy fatty-acid balance and promote healthy skin, hair and nails
• High in plant protein
• Good source of B-vitamins - may boost energy levels
• May improve athletic endurance
• High in calcium, phosphorous and manganese - important for healthy bones, teeth and blood glucose control
• Rich in fiber - may support digestive health and promote satiety
• May help maintain healthy blood pressure levels
• Adds healthy crunch and flavor to salads, yogurt, oatmeal or seed cereals
• Helps gel and thicken raw food smoothies and puddings, juices, sauces, etc.
• Makes a nutritious addition to raw crackers, bars, trail mixes, baked goods and much more!
• Versatile - may be eaten as is, whole, ground, sprouted, soaked or dry
• May be used as an egg substitute

Features:

• Only 100 calories per 2 tablespoons (20g)
• 7 grams fiber per 2 tablespoons
• Omega-3 (as Alpha linolenic acid) - approximately 3.8g per 2 tablespoons
• Calcium - 15% daily value per 2 tablespoons
• Non-GMO
• Vegetarian/Vegan

Suggested Use for White Chia Seeds:

White Chia seeds are a great way to add texture and flavor to all sorts of recipes. Their gelling quality makes them both fun and filling (make sure to drink plenty of water when you eat chia seeds). Order yours today for an energizing natural snack!