{"product_id":"organic-black-chia-seed","title":"Organic Black Chia Seed","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrganic Unroasted Chia Seeds\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Eat Chia Seeds?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete protein • Exceptional fiber • One of the richest plant sources of omega-3 ALA • Calcium + magnesium + phosphorus • Digestive regularity + natural elimination • Alternative binder • Healthy cholesterol + triglyceride support • Blood sugar balance • Cardiovascular support • Satiety • Sustained energy • Hydration support • Healthy inflammatory response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTiny seed. Remarkable résumé.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Chia Egg ~ Start Here\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 tablespoon chia seeds + 3–4 tablespoons water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStir. Let gel for 5–10 minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, it replaces an egg beautifully in many baked recipes. And that isn’t the only reason we like it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-hydrating chia activates its remarkable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emucilage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — the slippery, soluble-fiber gel surrounding the seed. This provides the fiber with water before you consume it and creates a gentle way to support regularity and natural elimination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd the gel to smoothies, oatmeal or yogurt — or simply eat it by the spoonful.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeyond the Expected\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoak • Blend • Sprinkle • Bake • Thicken\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChia disappears easily into smoothies, yogurt and oatmeal; transforms into pudding; thickens jam, sauces and dressings; adds fiber to breads and muffins; binds energy bites and replaces eggs in many baked recipes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Seed. Serious Nutrition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFiber That Does More\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChia is exceptionally rich in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esoluble and insoluble fiber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat water-holding fiber can also \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etrap and carry material through the digestive tract\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which is why we appreciate hydrated chia as a gentle, food-based \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ealternative binder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e alongside the body’s natural elimination processes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eOmega-3s + Cholesterol\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChia is one of the richest plant sources of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ealpha-linolenic acid (ALA)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — an essential omega-3 fatty acid the body must obtain from food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClinical research on chia has demonstrated improvements in cardiovascular markers, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etriglycerides, LDL cholesterol and systolic blood pressure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with LDL benefits particularly evident at higher chia intakes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFiber + omega-3s + minerals in one spoonful is a rather efficient arrangement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlood Sugar + The Chia Gel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChia’s gel isn’t merely an interesting texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts viscous soluble fiber slows digestion and the interaction between digestive enzymes and carbohydrates. Human research has found chia-containing meals can \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereduce post-meal blood-glucose response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while its combination of fiber, healthy fat and protein helps make meals more satisfying.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTranslation: chia can help turn something quickly digested into something considerably more interesting metabolically.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNaturally Mineral-Rich\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChia provides an impressive combination of:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium • Magnesium • Phosphorus • Potassium • Manganese • Selenium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese nutrients participate in bone mineralization, muscle and nerve function, energy metabolism and normal cellular processes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChia also supplies \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eall nine essential amino acids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it a complete source of plant protein.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHydration + Staying Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChia’s outer mucilage can hold many times the seed’s weight in water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat unusual water-retaining ability is one reason hydrated chia has long been associated with sustained activity. 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It supports regularity, cardiovascular and metabolic health, and its mucilage makes it an exceptionally versatile kitchen staple.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd when we’re looking for a gentler, food-based \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ealternative binder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, hydrated chia is one of our favorites for helping capture material in the digestive tract while keeping things moving. 😜\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot bad for something best known for growing green hair on a ceramic sheep. 🐑🌿\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic • Unroasted\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mexico, Bolivia or Paraguay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Refrigeration not required. 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