Black Vs. White Chia Seeds

Chia seeds originated from Mexico. The Aztecs harvested and used them in a variety of dishes. Native Americans used chia seeds to make a poultice to heal wounds and eradicate infections.

Types

• Chia seeds are black and white. The dark seeds are called chia seeds, and the white seeds are called salba seeds.

Features

• They both have most of the same nutritional content. Although, salba seeds have more folate.

Fun Fact

• Both Chia and Salba turn gelatinous when submersed in water for more than 30 minutes.

Benefits

• The seeds both form the same gelatinous substance in the stomach, which stops carbohydrates from being digested so quickly. This feature helps people with diabetes.

Effects

• Both types of seeds are rich in fiber and help the body eliminate properly. Chia and salba seeds have the ability to retain water with electrolytes, thus keeping the body hydrated.