Chia seeds

Nutrition highlights, common uses, and sourcing'built for clarity (not hype).

Overview

Chia seeds is commonly used as a nutrient-dense food (or food-based powder) in everyday routines. On SuperFoodSpace, we focus on practical, food-first education'without medical claims.

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Key nutrition highlights

  • Micronutrient density: strong concentration of vitamins/minerals relative to calories.
  • Phytonutrients: naturally occurring compounds that support antioxidant balance.
  • Fiber / protein / healthy fats: varies by ingredient and form (whole food vs powder vs extract).

Tip: 'More' isn't always better'quality, dose, and consistency matter more than hype.

Common benefits people look for

  • General wellness support (energy, recovery, balance)
  • Antioxidant support (polyphenols, pigments, or beta-glucans depending on the ingredient)
  • Convenient nutrient coverage for busy routines

These are general wellness themes in nutrition research and traditional use'not disease treatment claims.

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Common uses

  • Food-first: mix into smoothies, yogurt, oatmeal, soups, or teas when appropriate.
  • Routine approach: start small for 3'7 days, then adjust based on how you feel.
  • Consistency: a smaller daily habit often beats a large 'once in a while' dose.

Typical origins & sourcing

Origins vary by ingredient and supplier. Prioritize:

  • Transparent sourcing: country/region of origin clearly stated
  • Clean label: minimal additives, no unnecessary fillers
  • Testing: third-party or batch testing when available (especially for concentrated powders)

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Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts (USDA reference) ' click to expand/collapse
Per 100 g (raw when available)%DV*
Calories486 kcal24%
Total Fat31 g40%
Total Carbohydrate42 g15%
Dietary Fiber34 g121%
Protein17 g34%

Verified source: USDA FoodData Central (search for 'Chia seeds'). Use 'raw' entries when available; otherwise use powder/gel/dried.

*% Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet and standard FDA DVs (fat 78g, carbs 275g, fiber 28g, protein 50g).

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