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The Chia seed is an excellent source of omega-3 and dietary fibre. Ground Chia seed can be used in baked goods including breads, cakes and biscuits.
Chia is grown commercially for its seed, a food that is very rich in omega 3 fatty acids since the seeds yield 25-30% extractable oil, mostly a-linolenic acid (ALA). It also is a source of antioxidants and a variety of amino acids. Chia seeds typically small ovals with a diameter of about 1 mm (0.039 in). They are mottle-colored with brown, gray, black and white. Chia seed is traditionally consumed in Mexico, and the southwestern United States, but is not widely known in Europe.
Ingredients
Chia Seeds
Nutritional Information
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Per 100g serving |
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Energy ( kcal) |
400 |
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Energy (kJ) |
1650 |
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Protein (g) |
19 |
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Fat (g) |
21 |
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of which saturates (g) |
2.1 |
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Carbohydrate (g) |
17 |
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of which sugars (g) |
11.1 |
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Dietry fibres (g) |
32 |
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Sodium (mg) |
0 |
Country of origin
Ecuador
Suitable for vegetarians
