Organic Traditions Sprouted Chia Powder 8oz 227Grams

Highlights

A 100% cold-milled fiber  

Description

The possibilities are endless! Sprouted Chia  Powder from Organic Traditions is 100% cold milled chia  powder that can be added to almost any food. Sprinkle it on smoothies, incorporate it into soup, or top your salads with this nutrient-filled powder. Chia is a  with impressive amounts of calcium, iron and fiber. Organic Traditions is dedicated to the principles of sustainable and fair trade agriculture.

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100% Organic Sprouted Chia  ed Powder

Dosage

15g (1-1/2 tablespoon). Add 1-2 Tablespoons to any beverage or recipe.

Important Information

100% organic!

Highlights

• 3g Omega-3
• 5g Dietary Fibre
• 3g Protein
• High in Fibre
• Low Glycemic Index

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Manufacturer Info

Organic Traditions, formulators of Canada’s top-selling natural food supplements. Their range of  powders include Acai powder, Ashwagandha powder, Chia  ,  , Flax  , Wheat Grass powder, and Maca powder. Another favourite by them are their Organic Traditions lattes like Organic Traditions Matcha Latte, Chocolate Latte and Turmeric latte. Shop these high-quality  right here at National Nutrition.ca

CHIA (SALVIA HISPANICA)

Ch-ch-ch-chia. Did you know that the once popular commercial product known as the chia pet was actually the new super food? That's right, Chia is an excellent source of omega 3 fatty acids, protein, antioxidants, and both soluble and insoluble fibre. p.s. Please don't eat your chia pet ...

Chia  are derived from the plant called Salvia hispanica
Salvia hispanica is a flowering plant in the mint family and is native to central and southern Mexico and Guatemala. Chia was considered a staple food of the Aztec cultures, who would say that one small serving was all a man needed to run for a day. Australia is now one of the largest producers of chia in the world.

Chia  are high in omega 3 fatty acids, found normally from fish sources. It is both qualitatively and quantitatively high in complete protein, both soluble and insoluble fibre, as well as anti-oxidants, magnesium, calcium, iron and vitamin C.

A study conducted on Salba, a specific brand of Chia, found that 3.5 oz of Salba contained as much omega 3 as 28 oz of salmon, as much calcium as 3 cups of milk, and as much iron as 5 cups of raw spinach. Chia is also gluten free, a bonus for those with gluten sensitivities who have a hard time increasing fibre consumption. All that nutrition and it's also low in calories.

Studies have shown its use in the treatment of Type II Diabetes!
As a high source of fibre, it regulates blood sugar and insulin release by slowing digestion and therefore preventing the sugar "spikes" that are common after meals. Similarly, chia is said to be complimentary to exercise programs aimed at weight loss, as it keeps individuals feeling satisfied longer and therefore decreases total caloric consumption. It has also been shown to reduce inflammation (It decrease C- reactive protein, a marker of inflammation in our blood.), decrease blood pressure and has blood thinning effects, making it useful in the treatment and prevention of atherosclerosis, stroke and myocardial infarction (heart attack).

Chia can be consumed whole in  form, ground and added to baking, or sprouted and used in salads and sandwiches. In Mexico, the  are soaked until they become gelatinous, and made into a drink called a chia fresco. Be cautious when buying chia that you are buying it from an agriculturally sound company, as to avoid high pesticide consumption.