Tag: Chia seeds

New opportunities for superfoods beyond traditional industry

New opportunities Superfood industry

Currently, there have been an increase in the number of people who is aware of the need to change and get better eating habits. This fact directly affects the food consumption. The population now tends to consume “eco”, “bio” and organic products. Possibilities in the organic food market Smart entrepreneurs have seen this boom an […]

Baked vegan and gluten-free chia donuts

National donut day

Are you ready for National Doughnut Day 2018? Yes! National Donut Day (or Doughnut) is on the first Friday of June, succeeding the Doughnut event created by The Salvation Army in Chicago in 1938 to honor those of their members who served doughnuts to soldiers during World War I. Everyone loves donuts, there’s something about […]

Chia Seeds and Oats: A Powerful Breakfast

Chia and Oats A Powerful Breakfast

The combination of oats and chia seeds is becoming very popular around the world as an excellent option to replace other traditional breakfasts. Both have essential nutrients that stimulate weight loss, especially in the abdomen area. Benefits of this powerful breakfast According to Step To Health, The combination of oats with chia seeds, one of […]

Natural and organic food industry opens new opportunities

Natural food industry jobs

The superfoods are entirely natural foods that contain a high density of nutrients in small amounts. These include seeds, roots, herbs and algae. The new trend explodes lots of options This new trend explodes a diverse range of healthy lifestyle options. They are top sources of antioxidants and essential nutrients, which we need, but we […]

Mother’s Day orange chia seed cake

Chia seeds orange cake

Treat your mom on her special day with this orange chia seed cake recipe from Gold Foods USA. Chia seeds were something unknown few years ago, perhaps your mother still doesn’t know them, but her day is the best time to bring to her eyes and heart these wonderful superfoods. Chia seeds have some very […]

Healthy recipes to celebrate Cinco de Mayo

Healthy Recipes to clebrate cinco de mayo

If you’re looking for some quick, easy, and healthy recipes to celebrate Cinco de Mayo without sacrificing time or flavor, these recipes round-up ideas are for you!  Mango, cilantro and chia seeds sauce  This sauce can be eaten with tortilla chips or raw vegetables, but it can also be served as part of guacamoles or in your favorites quesadillas. The mango, cilantro and chia sauce is very […]

Where the best chia seeds come from?

Chia seeds has become very popular lately. The chia has been used to calm nerves and strengthen the memory, but it is also a great source of energy thanks to its high content of omega-3 nutritional vitamins, beneficial proteins and fibers. But did you know which is the best chia crop in the world? Where the best chia seeds come from? How is the weather like? Chia seeds grow well on sandy soils and on those of moderate fertility, although it grows better in those with a good fertility. Like most of the salvias, chia, Salvia hispanica, prefers light soils that have good drainage. In terms of the level of humidity, chia seeds are also tolerant to drought, they do not need many rains for their growth and development. However, chia does not tolerate too well an excess of moisture or frost. Chia is not affected by rains, but the crop can suffer if there is heavy rain in the time of the flowering. It also need a good sun, indispensable to produce the fruit. For all the reasons mentioned above, Bolivia is the perfect place to grow chia because it meets all climate requirements. At Gold Foods USA, we realized this, and all our chia comes from the soil of Bolivia, due to its altitude, geographical and climatic features. Its soil responds to nutrient requirements that the crop requires. Maintenance of the chia crop It is very important to make a good weed control, as well as sow and harvest at the right time, the crop rotation and the soil fertilization. To be successful in the establishment of the cultivation of chia, a good time for planting is between the moths of April and May. Bloom time is related to low temperatures of winter to be able to bloom, fertilize and germinate the fruit. Chia harvest In addition to all its nutritional virtues, chia also gives us very ornamental beautiful mauve flowers. The harvest starts when the petals fall, about four months later of the sowing (120 to 130 days), according to its maturity state. If the chia is left for a longer time, the ripe seeds fall to the ground. As the harvest is intensive and on small surfaces, it is usually done manually at ground level to prevent post-harvest losses. Seeds develop in clusters, which usually continue to flourish. 20% of the bunch is still green. Then, the rest can be harvested and has a yellowish color. There are several capsules, each of which contains three to four seeds. Finally, when chia seeds reach the final consumer, it can be eaten both cooked and uncooked, seasoned on salads, beverages or any dish or dessert, bread, pastries, etc. Chia seeds are facing a new popularity among affluent consumers from North America, Europe, Japan and emerging markets. In short, chia is seen as one of the most promising crops for the future world.

Chia seeds has become very popular lately. The chia has been used to calm nerves and strengthen the memory, but it is also a great source of energy thanks to its high content of omega-3 nutritional vitamins, beneficial proteins and fibers. But did you know which is the best chia crop in the world? Where […]

Learn about superfoods and how they can help you

Superfoods market

Adding superfoods to our diets is more important than ever. The abundance of food on the market with a lot of calories but no nutrients causes health problems. Currently, there is a need to combat diseases and social problems related to health as obesity, cancer, diabetes and diseases associated with the circulatory system. Also, as […]

The easy way to make sugar free chia jam

The easy way to make sugar free chia jam

Starting the day with a toast and jam is a delight not highly recommended if you want to limit the consumption of sugar. But, do you know what? There are options that allow us to have this classic breakfast in a healthier way. Like this sugar free chia jam! Although the perfect combination to eat […]

Chia seeds benefits for athletes

Chia seeds benefits for athletes

Every single day that goes by it is more common to hear about this superfood and its multiple benefits for our health. With a very similar flavor to nuts, these seeds count with a huge amount of minerals and vitamins.  Yes, you’re right. We’re talking about chia seeds. Among a lot of health benefits, one of its major virtue is […]