The benefits of GoldFoods Chia

28 Aug The benefits of GoldFoods Chia

Nutritional Value of Chia

Chia is considered a complete vegetable protein with all 8 essential amino acids. It’s ideal to complete vegetarian or vegan diets. It’s gluten free, non-GMO; has a high capacity for water absorption; high in fiber (good for overall health and digestion); and maintains blood sugar levels.

More interesting nutritional facts about chia:

  • 2 times more potassium than bananas
  • 3 times more iron than spinach
  • 4 times more antioxidants than blueberries
  • 5 times more calcium than milk
  • 7 times more vitamin c than oranges
  • 8 times more Omega 3 fatty acids than blue fish