NutriBucket Chia Seeds

The aztec and mayan civilizations ate chia as a fundamental part of their diet. It was a powerful source of energy for long trips and was essential food for the warriors, hence it was also known as “the food of long walks”.
These mild, nutty seeds are a fast and simple way to enhance your daily diet with an extra boost of dense superfood nutrition.
A gluten free superseed, chia seeds are a source of calcium and iron, a high source of fiber, and provide 3 grams of vegetarian omega-3 per 1 heaping tablespoon 15 gram serving. Chia seeds also contain protein, essential vitamins and minerals and a host of antioxidants, giving them an orac value of 1,200 per 1 heaping tablespoon 15 gram serving. The orac value is a measurement of the antioxidant capacity of different foods.