Chia seeds 400 g

Chia seeds 400 g in detail

A wholesome snack from a plant source. Chia seeds (Salvia hispanica L.) are a plant from the labiate family and were originally cultivated by the Aztecs in Central America. The Aztecs already knew the special features of this plant and used the seeds daily as a high-quality and versatile food.

Traditional use of chia seeds. Originally, chia seeds were used raw or heated in Mexican cuisine, for example as a tasty addition to salad dressings or chia gel (1 part chia seeds were swollen in 7 parts water for 20 minutes and stirred several times).

Traditional drink: the pinole. This drink was mixed with fruit or vegetable juices and 2 tablespoons of chia seeds. It was swollen for 10 minutes and stirred several times to serve as a wholesome snack. In the USA, the popular seeds are also often used in muesli, spreads or yoghurt with fresh fruit.

Ingredients: The product contains 100% chia seeds (from Latin America).

Recommended intake: No more than 15g should be consumed daily.

Storage instructions: The product should be stored away from light, in a dry place and out of the reach of small children.

Note: The chia seeds can also be consumed without heating and adding water. They are sold in accordance with the Novel Food Regulation for consumption in bread products with a maximum content of 10%.

Average nutritional values per 100g per daily portion (15g) %* (15g)

Calorific value 1832 KJ/444 Kcal 274.8 KJ/66.6 Kcal 3%

Fat 31.3g 4.695g 7%

- of which saturated fatty acids 3.8g 0.57g 3%

- of which omega 3 18,5g 2.775g -

Carbohydrates 4.5g 0.675g <1%

- of which sugar 0g 0g 0%

Protein 21.2g 3.18g 6%

Salt 0.01g 0.002g <1%

*Reference amount for an average adult (8400 kJ/2000 kcal).

One bag (400g) contains 26 daily portions

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