Nuchia Foods Corporation

You Have To Get Your Chia

No Natural Grain is Healthier

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.

It is well known that Omea-3 has a beneficial effect on Cardiovascular Disease.  New studies are showing that t may also have beneficial effects on reducing triglycerides. Animal studies have suggested that omega-3 consumption can reduce brain levels of the amyloid proteins associated with Alzheimer’s disease and reduce irregular heartbeat.  Omega 3s help stabilize the heart and thus reduce cases of sudden death.  Christopher DeGiorgio, professor of neurology at University of California, Los Angeles, has been testing this theory in epilepsy.

The American Heart Association recommends that people without coronary heart disease eat a variety of fish at least twice a week, and include other foods such as Chia seeds, flaxseed and walnuts in the diet.  It says people with documented heart disease should eat about one gram of omega 3s a day.

Omega 3s are found naturally in fatty fish such as salmon, mackerel and sardines.  The AHA says that while omega 3s is generally safe, some side effects can include a fishy aftertaste, gastrointestinal disturbances and nausea.  It says that while most omega-3 supplements are “essentially” free of mercury, the toxic metal sometimes found in fish, some poorly made supplements can contain “appreciable amounts.”

These side effects of Omega 3 can be avoided with grain sources of omega 3 from Chia Seeds. More

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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