Chia Seeds are called superfood, as it can provide energy, proteins, minerals, fiber, Omega3 minerals with less calories. Chia can supply lot of nutrients in large RDA with very less consumption of Chia Seeds. Chia seeds has the ideal ratio of 3:1 of omega 3 to omega 6. Easy to digest and ready to eat seeds. 

"Chia" is the ancient Mayan word for "strength." Mayan Civilization used to eat chia seeds as a dietary staple. Chia seeds were an important food for the Aztecs and Mayans. 

Warriors used to have Chia seeds with them during war times. They used to eat a small feast full of chia seeds to energize themselves. It would not let them feel starved/hungry, and have fewer cravings for food, still maintaining the energy level perfectly. That is why chia seeds are called "Warrior Food." 

In just a single ounce, which supplies only 137calories and one gram of digestible carbohydrate. 1 ounce equals 28 grams or about 2 tablespoons. 

Health Benefits of Oilcure Chia seeds:

1. Rich in Omega 3: Chia seeds have no cholesterol or sodium, and only trace amounts of trans fats. Most of the fats it contains are poly-unsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), and its dominating PUFA is alpha-linolenic acid. Alpha-linolenic acid, or ALA, is a type of omega-3 fatty acid that has been shown to exert numerous positive health effects. omega 3 fatty acids are very good for overall good health. A deficiency of such fatty acids may lead to poor memory, depression, fatigue, poor circulation, or dry skin. People who don't eat fish (such as people following a vegan diet) have an increased risk of being deficient in omega-3s and therefore benefit greatly from adding chia seed oil to their diet. Omega-3 fatty acids Protect against cardiovascular diseases. Omega-3s prevents blood clots and to reduce inflammation in the artery walls. 

2. Digestive Health: Chia seed is rich in fiber, providing about 11 grams per ounce( 28 gms). Fiber is required to balance insulin levels. Seeds like flax and chia can be a natural blood sugar balancer due to their high fiber content and healthy fats. High in dietary fiber, chia seeds benefit bowel regularity and healthy stool. The good fiber content in chia seeds helps people feel more full quicker because it absorbs a considerable amount of water and immediately expands in the stomach when eaten. That is why people who want to lose weight can start having this regularly.

3. Diabetes: Chia seeds are rich in alpha-linolenic acid and fiber, researchers from the University of Litoral in Argentina set out to determine how chia seeds can help prevent metabolic disorders like dyslipidemia (excessive fat in the blood) and insulin resistance, which are two factors in the development of diabetes. A lot of fiber per gram in chia heal a lot in regulating insulin and thus diabetes.

4. Weight Loss: Chia seed is rich in protein and fiber, both of these are a great aid for weight loss. The fiber absorbs large amounts of water and expands in the stomach, which should increase fullness and slow the absorption of food.

Brand : Nxtgen Ayurveda

Diet Type : Vegetarian

Storage : Store in a cool and dry place. 

Net Qua. : 200 g