Chia Seeds are a Nutritional Powerhouse

Fiber

Increase Energy. Feel Full Faster.

Chia has more than double the fiber of ground flax and is gluten free.  The fiber in two tablespoons of this little seed is equal to five pieces of whole wheat bread.  The high fiber content of AztecChia™ may:

• Increase the Feeling of Fullness and Satiety
• Decrease Caloric Intake
• Promote Weight Loss

The ancients didn’t need hydration stations – they used chia.  Since it binds ten times its weight in water, AztecChia™ locks in the body’s hydration, making it a perfect endurance drink.

Highly trained athletes enhance energy through the sustaining, hydrating power of chia.

It is an ideal fat replacement for baked goods, sauces, dressings, etc. Because it contains zero net carbohydrates and high dietary fiber, AztecChia™ can be eaten with meals to slow the conversion of carbohydrate to blood sugar, keeping you fuller longer and more energized.

Protein

Promote Lean Muscle

Chia has the most protein of all grains including wheat, corn, rice, oat, barley and amaranth.  Two tablespoons house as much protein as an egg. It is a complete, vegan protein, containing all essential amino acids.

Protein is crucial for sustaining energy and building lean muscle.

Chia seeds are roughly 20% protein, 25% fat, and 55% carbohydrate – a ratio recommended for daily optimal nutrition.

Antioxidants

Fight Free Radicals

This warrior’s food is an unparalleled fighter itself, warding off free radicals with its potent, natural antioxidants. Your body is exposed to free radicals – damaging molecules that cause stress to your cells – many times a day through our food, our air, and lifestyle. Antioxidants neutralize free radicals. AztecChia™ may:

• Slow the aging process
• Protect against chronic disease, like cancer
• Support health

AztecChia™ is a rich source of polyphenol antioxidants, surpassing powerhouses like blueberries, cranberries, pomegranates, wine, and tea. Chia seeds last a long time because its high level of antioxidants prevent it from spoiling, evidence of its fighting power in your body.

Nutrition Info

Ancient Story

Aztec warriors blew through the equivalent of high-altitude ultramarathons by munching on only handfuls of chia. Today, this superfood is the vital force that powers the Tarahumara runners, who conquer 50-100 mile distances with bare feet.

Christopher McDougall, author of Born to Run, the true story of the Tarahumara, compares the nutritional value of chia to concocting a “smoothie of wild salmon, spinach and human growth hormones.”

FAQs

Q: How do I use AztecChia™?

A: AztecChia™ has a slightly nutty flavor and can be sprinkled on oatmeal, cereal, smoothies, or yogurt for a power breakfast. Ground chia is an excellent flour substitute and can be used to make gluten-free breads, baked goods, and pizza dough. Chia can be made into a gel and used as an egg or oil replacement in baked goods to up the nutrient density while lowering the fat and calories. Dr. Vuksan, of the University of Toronto, has one approach: a salt shaker, a pepper shaker and a chia shaker.

Q: How much AztecChia™ can I have?

A: People would do well to make a habit of adding chia to their daily diet. As Dr. Coates, coauthor of Chia: Rediscovering a Forgotten Crop of the Aztecs, states “Most people can eat a cup a day without a problem.” Gradually increasing dietary fiber is important to avoid gastrointestinal distress.