Chia is actually the Mayan word for 'strength'. The seeds were used by these ancient cultures as mega-energy food.Chia seeds are said to have: * 2 times the protein of any other seed or grain * 5 times the calcium of milk, plus boron a trace mineral that helps transfer calcium into your bones * 2 times the potassium of bananas * 3 times the reported antioxidant strength of blueberries * 3 times more iron than spinach * copious amounts of Omega 3 and Omega 6, which are essential fatty acids * they are a complete protein, providing all the essential amino acids in an easily digestible form * source of soluble fiber * like flax, chia is highly ' hydrophilic', the seeds absorb water and become a mucilaginous gel. They can hold 9-12 times their weight in water and they absorb it very rapidly - in under 10 minutes.

Chia seeds bulk up then act like an incredible intestinal broom, sweeping through your intestinal tract, helping to dislodge and eliminate old accumulated waste in the intestines. Many people find their stool becomes more regular when they eat chia.