Volume : 12, Issue : 04, April – 2025
Title:
CHIA SEEDS: A NUTRACEUTICAL POWERHOUSE – NUTRITION, HEALTH BENEFITS, AND MODERN APPLICATIONS
Authors :
Janvi P Joshi , Shivani S Wankhede, Gauri G Mankar , Aditi V.Tikait, Dr. Swati P. Deshmukh
Abstract :
Chia seeds (Salvia hispanica L.) have gained popularity as a nutraceutical food due to their high nutritional value and numerous health benefits. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, dietary fiber, proteins, antioxidants, and essential minerals, chia seeds are increasingly incorporated into modern diets. This review explores the nutritional composition, health benefits, and contemporary applications of chia seeds, emphasizing their potential in promoting cardiovascular health, weight management, and metabolic control. Additionally, the paper discusses their use in functional foods and supplements, highlighting their significance in modern food technology and nutrition science.
Keywords: Chia seeds, nutraceuticals, omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, cardiovascular health.
Cite This Article:
Please cite this article in press Janvi P Joshi et al., Chia Seeds: A Nutraceutical Powerhouse – Nutrition, Health Benefits, And Modern Applications.,, Indo Am. J. P. Sci, 2025; 12(04).
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