Consumer Info - Proteins & Amino Acids
(ChiaCorp, december 14, 2007)
Human body requires proteins to build and repair tissues, synthesize enzymes, hormones and other chemical substances that are essential for regulating the functions of our body. Proteins form the structure of muscles, bones, skin and even blood. These compounds are made up of units called amino acids. Some amino acids can be manufactured by the body, while others are considered essential for having to be incorporated through diet.
Chia seed possesses 21 % of proteins, which are of good quality (no limiting factors in adult diet). Chia seed protein is gluten free, unlike cereal grains as wheath, oats, barley and rye. Thus, it has been endorsed for use by celiac patients.
