This product is extracted from Chia seed, which is subjected to a pressing process, preserving all the nutritional characteristics of the raw material. Chia seed, also known as Hispanic sage, is a cereal crop of Mexican and Central American origin dating from pre-Hispanic times. Given its importance to the ancient Mexicans, Chia was the third most important food, only surpassed in popularity and consumption by the corn and beans.
Chia seed oil is very rich in essential fatty acids Omega 3 and Omega 6, both commissioned to help improve our metabolism, and at the same time, kept at bay our cholesterol and triglycerides, which results in a cardio protective effect. It also contains B vitamins, phosphorus, calcium, potassium, copper, manganese and zinc.