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Fat and fatty acid content –chia⁴, marine algae, fish, fish oil, and vegetable oil have been added to chicken feeds to increase the omega-3 fatty acid content in the egg yolk

University of Florida - Altering the total fat content in the diet of the hen has little effect on the total fat content of the egg yolk. However, the fatty acid profile (or the ratios of the different types of fatty acids) of egg yolk lipid can easily be changed, simply by changing the type of fat used in the diet.

Consumption of polyunsaturated fatty acids has been reported to reduce the risk of atherosclerosis and stroke. Consumption of these fatty acids has also been shown to promote infant growth.

Different feeds, such as flaxseed (linseed), safflower oil, perilla oils³, chia⁴, marine algae, fish, fish oil, and vegetable oil have been added to chicken feeds to increase the omega-3 fatty acid content in the egg yolk. Omega-3 fatty acid-rich eggs may provide an alternative food source for enhancing consumer intake of these ‘healthy’ fatty acids. Evaluation of the eggs during storage indicates that the shelf life of the enriched eggs was comparable to that of typical eggs.

Many omega-3 fatty acid-enhanced eggs are available in the U.S. market under various brand names such as Gold Circle Farms, EggPlus, and the Country Hen Better Eggs. Omega-3 fatty acid-enriched eggs taste and cook like any other chicken eggs available in the grocery store. However, they typically have a darker yellow yolk.

There are also designer eggs on the market that contain a lowered saturated to unsaturated fatty acid ratio. Canola oil is commonly used to alter the ratio of saturated to unsaturated fatty acids. Tampa Farm Services produces an egg said to contain 25% less saturated fat than regular eggs. (more…)

Orlando, Florida, June 19, 2009, Nuchia Foods Corporation announced today that it made a donation to KPFK Public Broadcast Radio to support their summer fundraising drive. Homer Hartage, President of Nuchia Foods along with Georgia Lee, their spokes woman will be guest on the Page 2 Pantry a PBS, radio talk show June 19, 2009 at 5:00 PST. The show airs live on KPFK radio stations 90.7 FM Los Angeles, 98.7 FM Santa Barbara and 90.7FM San Diego.

Page 2 Pantry is produced and hosted by Niki Guluchi. Page 2 Pantry is a cutting edge health, nutrition and spirituality show, committed to empowering people with the knowledge, understanding and practical tools to change their lives and positively impact their communities, by changing their health today!! In this regard, Page 2 Pantry brings good news, Guluchi said, “It’s already here, it already exists and you already can! All we have to do is acknowledge where you are currently and plot a clear and cohesive path from there to where you want or need to be based on what we know and have.”

Hartage, said, “This is right in line with Nuchia Foods core mission –To promote healthy eating for people worldwide”. Nuchia Foods manufactures wheat free, gluten free, alternative flours made from chia seeds. Its Chia Seed Flour is available in health and natural foods stores and online at www.nuchiafoods.com/store

Nuchia Foods Corporation has donated its Original Chia Seed Flour and Nuchia 100% Chia Seed Flour to the stations to be given to contributors as gifts for supporting the Public Broadcast Station fund raising drive. The products are wheat free and gluten free, excellent for raw food diets. Niki Guluchi said, “Chia seed fits in perfectly with all of the above! KPFK’s Fund drive is the perfect win-win-win situation to introduce Nuchia to our hundreds of thousands of listeners and spread the word that healthy, delicious, versatile, alternatives to the standard American diet exist”.

Contact:

Homer L. Hartage

5603 Commerce Drive Suite1

Orlando, Fl 32839

P. 407-857-2320 ext 101

info@nuchiafoods.com

www.nuchiafoods.com/store         

grubs & glub

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Test Nuchia Foods Original Chia Seed Flour - Results “

- it was delicious!!!  “Apple filling, top crust, into the oven - and voila!  Apple Pie!  It didn’t look like my normal apple pie, and it didn’t taste exactly like my normal apple pie, but if we do say so ourselves - it was delicious!!!”

grubs & glub, said,

Chia is an incredible little seed that really packs a wallop!  It is fabulously rich in Omega 3’s, antioxidants and fibre.  Light and dark seeds, in appearance, are not unlike poppy seeds.  But here’s the thing:  Nuchia http://www.nuchiafoods.com has come out with  Original CHIA SEED FLOUR (with organic brown rice flour).  It’s RAW whole grain.  One-quarter cup offers 7.20 g protein!  Great for vegetarians/vegans who might like to have that extra protein hit.  AND - extra bonus - it is Certified Gluten-Free!  AND - extra extra bonus - substitute in recipes one-for-one!   No fiddlin’ and diddlin’ with measurements.

Today - for the test run, I decided to make it a real challenge.  Pastry!  The flour is the colour of wet sand, and rather grainy in appearance.  It rolled out beautifully, handled well, but looked rather dark and unfamiliar in the pie plate.   Apple filling, top crust, into the oven - and voila!  Apple Pie!  It didn’t look like my normal apple pie, and it didn’t taste exactly like my normal apple pie, but if we do say so ourselves - it was delicious!!!

CHIA SEED FLOUR may not be mainstream quite yet, but with all the benefits it has to offer, it will surely be a big seller!  In the meantime, in shakes, on yogurt, cereals and salads, I’ll pump up the volume on Chia Seeds.

This entry was posted on Thursday, March 12th, 2009 at 7:51 pm by grubs & glub

Why You Need Chia In Your Diet

 Chia The Super Grain

1.   THE RICHEST SOURCE OF OMEGA-3

Chia seed and its oil are naturally comprised of more than 63% Omega-3 fatty acid per 100 grams. This is the highest percentage of Omega-3 of any available food source, and of any known food grain. It is 10% higher than Flax; compared to Flax seed, at 54.6%, or Hemp’s 19.9%.

2.   HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN Chia is superior in protein quality to, wheat, corn, and rice, the most popular and abundant grains in the world. However, Chia also surpasses flax and soy, as well as oat, barley and amaranth in protein quality. Chia seeds provide the highest source of protein, between 19% and 23% by weight, when compared to other grains. Studies have shown that diets high in lean protein can promote weight loss.

3.   Low-Fat Flour

Chia Seed Flour is low-fat. One 14 gram serving contains just 35 calories, and 1.4 grams of fat, compared to oatmeal which has 105 calories and 2 grams of fat.

4.   EXCELLENT SOURCE OF FIBER

Chia contains twice as much fiber as Flax. In fact, two tablespoons of Chia can provide 30% of the daily fiber intake recommended by the Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA). High fiber diets have also been shown to promote weight loss, and improve other gastrointestinal functions.

5.   CHIA AND DIABETES

Chia Seed tends to slow digestion and helps maintain blood sugar levels, which can be helpful in preventing or controlling diabetes.*

6.   ANTIOXIDANTS, VITAMINS AND MINERALS

Chia (Salvia Hispanica L) offers a disease-fighting arsenal of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. These include: Chlorogenic acid, Caffeic acid, and flavonols, Myricetin and Quercetin. Each 2 tablespoon serving delivers 73% of the Biotin, 63% of the Chromium, 43% of the Molybdenum, and 21% of the Selenium recommended daily.

7.   FLUID BALANCE IN THE BODY Chia seeds absorb more than nine times their volume in water, or any other liquid. This prolongs hydration and retains electrolytes in body fluids; especially helpful during exertion or exercise. Normal fluid retention in the body ensures electrolyte dispersion across cell membranes, and aids normal cellular function.

8.   Supports Strength and Endurance

Supports sustained energy. It has been used as an energy supplement for over 500 years. Although it was first cultivated by the Aztecs, the Mayans and other Native American peoples had long discovered the wondrous qualities of Chia. Its history as a food dates back to 3500 BC, as Chia is the ultimate nutritional storage device. The Aztecs gave it to their warriors, knowing that 2 tablespoons of Chia Seeds was enough to sustain a person of an entire day. It was also thought to an advantage on the battle field.

9.   NATURAL SATIATIVE PROPERTIES

When introduced to water, Chia produces a thick mucilage, or gel. This is also occurs in stomach, leading to a feeling of fullness and warding off intense feelings of hunger.

10.               No Grinding Required 

The body can digest whole Chia Seed as well as Chia Seed Flour. They can be eaten whole. No graining necessary. They also have a long shelf-life, up to 9 years when stored dry.

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