Cheela is an ancient food
A member of the same plant family as peppermint and spearmint , chia (Salvia hispanica L.) was a very important part of the Aztec, Myan and Inca cultures. Spanish invaders ordered the fields burned, as native warriors often ate only chia before going into battle. It gave them that much strength and endurance. So, it has grown mostly wild and in relative obscurity for centuries until it was recently rediscovered, primarily because of its extremely high Omega-3 content.
But, there is much more to Cheela Brand chia seed than just Omega-3. It is also naturally packed with Omega-6 and in the exact ratio to Omega-3 that your body needs to make them both work to your optimum benefit. Additionally, Cheela Brand contains more antioxidants than blueberries, more iron than spinach, more fiber and selenium than flax, more calcium than milk and more potassium than bananas.
Pure, Safe, Reliable
- Gluten Free
- Non GMO
- Kosher
- Vegan
- Contains no known allergens
- No sugars
- Very low in sodium
There are many more nutritional benefits in Cheela Brand chia seed, but what makes it so special?
With so many recent issues regarding food safety (peanut butter, spinach, tomatoes) it's good to know that Cheela Brand chia seed lives up to the very highest standards of purity. All chia seed has amazing absorptive properties. It will take up more than 9 X its weight in whatever liquid it comes in contact with. This means it cannot be washed. The way that Cheela Brand chia seed is planted, grown, harvested, cleaned and packaged insures that no residue from unsafe fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides or handling will end up in you. Cheela is grown in harmony with the environment and a responsible approach is taken regarding worker health and safety.
With you, your family and our family and friends (we eat lots of Cheela) in mind Cheela is randomly sampled and tested for quality and purity by an independent laboratory to make certain that we are getting only the best. After all, eating Cheela is about health, isn't it? That's why it's so important to buy your chia seed from a trusted source.
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Omega-3 and Omega-6
These are EFA's. Essential Fatty Acids. That word ESSENTIAL means that your body must have them to function well. Omega-3 and 6 provide a wide range of cardiovascular and mental health benefits. They also play a crucial role in overall brain function as well as normal growth and development.
Research shows that Omega-3 reduces inflamation and helps prevent heart diseease and arthritis. It has also been proven to have a positive effect on diabetes, blood cholesterol level, high blood pressure, weight control, osteoporoses, breast, colon and prostate cancers.
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Cheela Nutrition and Cheela Diet pages for much more information on the wonderful health and beauty benefits of Cheela and easy ways to add Cheela to your diet and recipes, too.