News for the Industry
Patrick Holford, Nutrition guru writes about Chia
But which is the best all rounder? The answer is chia seeds, a staple food of Meso-America, going back to pre-BC, but this incredible food was actively discouraged by the Spanish conquistadores since it was virtually worshipped, much to the chagrin of the Christian conquerors and thus fell foul to the equivalent of 16th century ‘novel food’ act. So, if you haven’t heard of them now you know why. But chis seeds are making a comeback.
Benexia Chia Seed Approved as Novel Food for European Union
Benexia Chia Seed has received Novel Food status* in the EU for use in bread application at a maximum level of 5% w:w, after much persistence and investment. Plans are now underway to expand the applications permitted as well as the Chia products that can be used. Currently the only Chia seed permissible for sale in the EU, Benexia seed will stay in the forefront of approved applications and types of Chia products that can be sold.
Benexia participates in workshop on Opportunities for new functional food…
Benexia participates to the workshop on “Opportunities for new functional food, healthcare and wellness products” in Gent – Belgium presenting Innovative products
Chia fans and adventurers, just like the Aztecs!
…..After 5 minutes of recovery, we start our day with big mug of quaker poridge, mixed with milk pouder, raisins, sugar and 6 spoons of Chia seeds. We found the seeds that we didn´t know before, very useful, since it grow bigger in touch with water and adds `volume` to the breakfast…..
Chia Benexia and Omega 3 in TVN National Television – Chile
Chia Benexia and Omega 3 in TVN National Television – Chile
Chile: Jumbo and Volkorn developed the first Omega-3 bread with Chia Seeds
The second largest super-market chain in Chile “JUMBO” presented the first bread offering a healthy balance between the fatty acids Omega 3 / Omega 6
Chile: Cruz Verde drugstore chain launches Chia Seed and Oil Caps.
Cruz Verde drugstores have launched Chia Seed and Oil Caps in Chile. As of August 2008 Chia Jars and Chia Oil Sofgel Caps are available in 288 drugstores all around Santiago and also in Viña del Mar, Concepción and all over Chile.
