In spite of their size, chia seeds are full of important nutrients.
They are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, rich in antioxidants, and they provide fiber, iron, and calcium.
Omega-3 fatty acids help raise HDL cholesterol, the "good" cholesterol that protects against heart attack and stroke.
Chia seeds contain nearly 5 grams of fiber per tablesoon, high levels of omega-3-fatty acids and alpha-linoleic acid useful for weight loss. The seed can also be consumed as a gel when mixed with water. This causes it to digest more slowly in the body, potentially preventing hunger for a longer period.
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Calories |
486 in 100 gr or 3.5 ounces |
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Water |
6% |
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Protein |
16.5 grams |
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Carbs |
42.1 grams |
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Sugar |
0 grams |
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Fiber |
34.4 grams |
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Fat |
30.7 grams |
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Mono-unsaturated Fat |
2.31 grams |
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Omega-3 |
17.83 |
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Omega-6 |
5.84 |
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Poly-unsaturated Fat |
23.67 grams |
From the fields in Santa Cruz-Bolivia, GrainBio offers conventional and organic Black chia seeds and White Chia seeds certified in bulk - 25 Kg bags or Jumbo bags of 1 Ton.
Sowing season starts in November to December (rainy season). Crop season starts in April to May.
The seeds are packed in polypropylene bags with a net weight of 25 kg. The seeds do not need to be stored in a refrigerated place, they only require to be kept in a dry place and at room temperature.
The cargo is stored in a 20 ft. container which is loaded with 800 25 kg polypropylene bags making a total of 20 MT. The container is previously prepared with corrugated cardboard that will avoid direct contact of the polypropylene bags with the container and Silica gel is used to absorb the humidity, in order not to affect the properties of the Chia seeds.
The shelf life of the product is approximately 36 months once packed.
*Please see Spec sheets for more detailed information.
