Okay so for all those of you who have not yet heard, SALBA is nature’s little secret.
It is a nutritional gold mine for anyone who is interested in obtaining their vitamins, minerals and nutrients naturally – that means through healthy eating, not through a multivitamin!
SALBA is a South American grain or super seed. It has been used by Aztec civilizations and its roots date back to 3500B.C. It comes from the mint family called CHIA. It has just recently, in the past 2 decades been tested medically and found to have outstanding properties and values of vital nutrients we need each day. Although SALBA comes from CHIA it is not the exact same substance, as SALBA has more nutritional value than CHIA.
The nutritional benefits of SALBA, in a gram to gram analysis are as follows:
- 50% of folate (folic acid) of asparagus
- Has the perfect balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids found in nature
- 15 times more magnesium than broccoli
- 8 times more omega-3 fatty acids than salmon (highest in nature)
- 6 times more calcium than milk
- 3 times more iron than spinach
- 3 times more antioxidant strength of blueberries
- 2.5 times more vegetable protein than kidney beans
- 2 times more potassium than a banana
- 1.1 times more fiber than All Bran (highest in nature)
SALBA is also all-natural, has no trans-fats, is gluten free, has almost no carbohydrates, and is certified Non-GMO!
Wow – is that not outstanding? Imagine in a single serving you are obtaining all those benefits!
SALBA is also very easy to use and requires no cooking, you can easily sprinkle the seeds on your favorite cereal, salad or meal and enjoy!
Check out the SALBA home page for more information on this nutritional powerhouse and locations where you can buy it!
About the author:Evita Ochel, B.Sc., B.Ed., CHN - is a certified holistic nutritionist, biologist, educator, writer, researcher and speaker in the areas of health, science and holistic wellness. She is a nutritional science expert and her teaching and writing focus on natural, wholesome, plant-based and organic nutrition to achieve optimal health and longevity. Learn more about Evita Ochel or Follow Evita Ochel on Twitter.
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Now, my quest is to actually find some Salba. First stop, Whole Foods. Figure if anyone is likely to have some, it would be them.
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what I understand is chia seed is just the same with Salba. It is the white chia seed. What you need here is to plant the chia seed again and again until you get the white chia seed produict.
@ MARIGOLD – Hi Marigold and thanks for stopping by.
Where Salba and Chia are concerned, it is not quite the case that they are the same. Even though they may share the same lineage of plant, since this time, it all depends on selective breeding techniques and how they were grown.
Salba has taken steps to try to cultivate the most nutrient packed seed. And this process is not over, as again through natural selective breeding and proper testing they continue to get better.
Many varieties of chia on the market however are not grown based on these stringent standards, so one may be getting a similar product or one may not be. If this is not a concern to a person, then sure it doesn’t matter which seed they buy. However, if one wants more reassurance, then I would go with Salba.
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Is it the seeds that are nutritious? Or the plants?
@ HAZELEYES – Thanks for your great question. From my research and understanding it is the seeds ONLY that hold the power of the phenomenal nutrition. The leaves and other parts may be good too, but I would almost be 100% sure to say that they will not hold the same nutritional benefits.
The reason for this is that in nature, normally the seeds of any plant are where most of the nutrition sits, as this will be making a new plant and hence nature invests the most into that.
I am six months pregnant and very cautious about what I eat. Is salba safe to eat during pregnancy?
Thank you,
Cautious mom to be.
@ JESSECA – Hi Jesseca and thank you for your question. As Salba is neither any kind of drug, pill or supplement, but a typical seed, it is safe to eat during pregnancy.
The following is from Salba’s web site:
“Who should use Salba®?
Everyone. Because of Salba’s® nutritional density, this ancient grain is beneficial to people of every age.
* Salba® can help provide the key nutrients children and adolescents need to develop into strong and healthy adults.
* Salba’s® rich Calcium and Iron content make it excellent for women in their child bearing years, nursing and beyond menopause.
* Its high fibre content makes Salba® a great help to those watching their weight. Salba® holds 14 times its weight in water so it helps to swell the stomach and alleviate feelings of hunger while providing a nutrient rich food to cleanse the colon and bowels for more effective digestion.
* Salba’s® superior ratio of Omega 3 to Omega 6 fatty acids, fibre, antioxidants and minerals make it perfect for anyone concerned about fighting the aging process. Studies show these nutrients help reduce fatigue, strengthen heart muscles, improve blood circulation and flow, support healthy blood sugar levels, promote agile joints, improve digestion and enhance mental clarity and memory.”
To be extra sure you are getting a superior product, I would recommend for you to choose the Salba certified organic version, instead of their regular or a typical “chia” seed from Mexico.
Hope that helps.