CHIA SEEDS ARE ONE OF THE BEST KNOWN PLANT-BASED SOURCES OF BALANCED OMEGA-3 AND OMEGA-6

Chia Seeds (dual certified organic) - 150g / 5.3oz

$11.95
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WHEN ORDERING FROM OUTSIDE AUSTRALIA
Condition of sale: Please note all sales made to addresses outside Australia are final and that international parcels cannot be left at the door.  Someone needs to be home to receive the parcel or it must be collected from your local post office within 7 days of attempted delivery.


It is common and unfortunate that the postman will not always leave a note for collection so it is imperative that customers regularly monitor the tracking number provided via email. If items are not collected from your local post office within 7 days they will be returned to us in Australia.


Please know that we do everything humanly possible to ensure that orders are express shipped on the day they are received, and we pay a small fortune to provide free express shipping for orders above $249AUD. For this reason, if a customer does not collect from the post office in time, it is their responsibility to pay for shipping if they wish for us to re-post (once the items are returned to us).

DID WE DROP THE BALL?
We are not like a dog with a bone when it comes to returns and formalities. Our primary focus is on the health of you and/or your best friends. If a product you have purchased from Augustine Approved Pty Ltd is not working for you (…or pup or kitty doesn’t approve), we urge you to get in touch; it might just be a matter of choosing something that better suits.
 
WHAT CAN BE RETURNED?
All unopened physical (non-digital) products purchased on the Augustine Approved Pty Ltd online store can be returned for a full refund or exchange (minus shipping costs).
 
WHEN DO ITEMS NEED TO BE RETURNED BY?
You can return items within 30 days from the date your order is delivered. Opened items and returns after 30 days are treated on a case-by-case basis.
 
HOW TO RETURN AN ITEM
Please first call +61 402 213 300 or email info@augustineapproved.com to see if we require the item(s) to be returned.
 
If need be, please post any items you wish to return along with your order number to:
Augustine Approved Pty Ltd
435 Robinsons Road
Langwarrin
VIC 3910
Australia
 

WHO PAYS FOR RETURN SHIPPING?

Please note that for orders outside Australia, the customer will need to pay for return shipping. For orders within Australia, we assess each return on a case-by-case basis.
 

CREDIT FOR RETURNS

If you are not seeking a refund, we may issue a discount coupon for your next purchase which carries a 3-month expiry date.

Great for

  • Baking
  • Breakfast Sprinkle
  • Desserts
  • Egg Replacer
  • Salads
  • Smoothies


Key benefits for humans

  • Protects against free radicals
  • High in fibre, calcium & iron
  • Helps balance blood sugar
  • 2x more essential amino acids than salmon
  • 3x more iron than spinach
  • 6x more calcium than dairy milk
  • 15x more magnesium than broccoli
  • Helps build or repair body tissue
  • Balanced omega-3s & 6s
  • High in quality protein
  • Rich in antioxidants (double that of blueberries)

 

What is it?

Chia Seeds come from a species of flowering plant called Salvia Hispanica. A member of the mint family, chia has been grown since 2,600 BCE in the southern regions of Mexico. Cultivation spread to the Aztec and Mayan civilisations where it claimed such importance that it was used as currency to pay tribute to the nobility and priesthood. Known as the "running food," Aztec warriors were exclusively fuelled by chia seeds and water during conquests. Due to its high level of easily digestible protein, omega-3 oils, and abundant fiber, chia kept ancient societies healthy and strong.

According to a study published in 2005 in the journal "Nutrition Research," chia seed is the highest plant-based source of a-linolenic fatty acid. The researchers concluded that chia shows promise as an alternative to fish-based sources for vegetarians.

Chia is a rich source of both soluble and insoluble fiber. The fiber not only adds nutritional value, but also causes the chia to form a gel when wet. This adds to its versatility for cooking and food preparation, and also assists with digestion as it slows the conversion of carbohydrates into sugar.

Chia offers a variety of minerals, including iron, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, zinc, manganese, molybdenum and magnesium. Chia also contains niacin and folic acid.

The protein content of chia exceeds that of other grains and seeds. Chia is made up of over 20 percent protein, compared with 14 percent for wheat. In addition, the protein is of higher quality - complete with all essential amino acids.

Chia seeds contain oil amounts varying between 32-39%, with the oil offering the highest natural percentage of Omega-3 essential fatty acid known to man (60-64%). In contrast, soybean oil and canola oil contain less than 10% of this essential Omega-3 fatty acid. Chia seeds are a very rich source of Omega-3 EFA.

They are also are rich in the beneficial long-chain triglycerides that help maintain the proper wall flexibility of cells and restore the proper cholesterol / triglyceride ratio. Your body converts the alpha-linolenic Omega-3 of chia into DHA and EPA fatty acids like those found in fish oil.

Chia seeds are powerful source of the antioxidants chlorogenic acid and caffeic acid as well as myricetin, quercetin and kaempferol flavonols that protect delicate essential fatty acids from oxidation.

Chia seeds are easily digested and they absorb more than 9 times their weight in water. When the seeds are mixed with water they form a gel and researchers believe this gel-forming happens in the stomach. When chia seeds are eaten they slowly release carbohydrates and slow conversion of carbs into glucose (blood sugar) for energy. The outer part of the seed is very rich in soluble fibre and this forms the gel, protecting the seed from drying out.

The gel forms a physical barrier between the carbohydrates and the digestive enzymes that break them down. The carbohydrates are digested eventually, but at a slow and uniform rate. There is no insulin surge or spike needed to lower the blood sugar level after eating chia. The water-retaining ability of the gel also helps level out the water intake and retains electrolyte balance.

 

Nutrients

  • Vit B1, B2, B3.
  • Min B, Ca, Cu, Fe, K, Mg, Mo, P, Zn.
  • EFA Omega 3, Omega 6, Antioxidants, Fibre.

 

So what DOESN'T Augustine approve?

Additives, chemicals, colourings, dairy, fillers, flavourings, grains, gluten, GMOs, irradiation, meat or animal by-products, MSG, preservatives, synthetics, salts & sweeteners.

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