Chia are tiny, oblong shaped oil-seeds consumed as one of the staple by ancient Aztees. Many nutrition experts believe chia seeds top the list of functional foods because of their wholesome nutritional properties. In fact, nutrition planners today looking up at chia as a single wholesome source of phyto-nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids (a-Linolenic acid), anti-oxidants, minerals, vitamins and dietary fiber in right proportions.
Quinoa is an incredibly nutritious "grain-like seed" obtained from goosefoot family plant believed quinua as "the mother grain (chisaya mama)", since eating it as food would confer them prolonged healthy life.
Flax seed, also known as linseed seed generally features brown, and yellow or golden-yellow color seeds. Its chewy seeds are packed with full of nutrients, omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, minerals, and essential vitamins.
Buckwheat's well-balanced starch, protein, fat and mineral composition has found a renewed interest, particularly among the food scientists. Additionally, its seeds compose proportionately more starch and less fat content.
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