Chia seeds are the seeds of Salvia hispanica L., which come in black and white varieties and are native to Mexico.
It has a long history of being edible. There is evidence that they were one of the more common food crops in ancient times. There are records of their consumption in many countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia.
Chia seed extract are rich in high-quality protein, omega-3, soluble and insoluble dietary fiber, and a variety of antioxidant compounds. They have many functions, including regulating blood lipids, regulating blood sugar, regulating blood pressure, etc. In 2014, chia seeds were officially approved by China as a new food ingredient and can be used in foods other than infant foods.

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Identification	Specification	Result
Description	Brown Fine Powder	Conforms
Assay	5%, 25%	Conforms
Loss on Drying	≤5.0%	Conforms
Residue on Ignition	≤5.0%
Mesh size	100% pass 80 mesh	Conforms
Heavy Metals	<10 ppm	Conforms
Pb	<2 ppm	Conforms
As	<2 ppm	Conforms
Hg	<0.1 ppm	Conforms
Pesticide Residue	≤1 ppm	Conforms
Total Aerobic Count	≤1000 cfu/g	1000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold	≤100 cfu/g	100 cfu/g
E.Coli	None detected	None detected
Salmonella	None detected	None detected
Identification	HPLC,TLC
Conclusion	Meet the standard

What does chia seed do to the body?

1. High in Fiber
Chia seeds are rich in both soluble and insoluble fiber. Soluble fiber forms a gel-like substance in the digestive tract, which helps slow digestion and promotes feelings of fullness. Soluble fiber also acts as a prebiotic, providing nutrients to beneficial gut bacteria. Insoluble fiber adds bulk to stool, which helps regular bowel movements and prevents constipation.

2. Hydration and Digestion
Gel Formation: When chia seeds are soaked in water or other liquids, they form a gel-like substance due to their high soluble fiber content. This gel helps keep the digestive tract hydrated, which helps food pass smoothly through the digestive tract and reduces the risk of digestive upset.

3. Rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Chia seeds are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, which have anti-inflammatory properties. This may be beneficial for inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Reducing inflammation in the gut can also improve overall digestive health and have a positive effect on conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

Supports Intestinal Healing, which supports the healing of the intestinal lining and overall gut health.

chia seed extract

1. Used in food industry.

Chia seed extract can be added to smoothies, yogurt, oatmeal, salads, and baked goods.

It has a good thickening and stabilizing effect in food production, and also provides a sense of fullness

2. Used in supplements.

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Reference

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[2]. TIMILSENA Y P, ADHIKARI R, BARROW C J, et al. Physicochemical and functional properties of protein isolate produced from Australian Chia seeds[J]. Food Chemistry, 2016, 212: 648−656.

chia seed extract