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Salba - The Amazing Super Grain!
The white variety of the “Salvia Hispanica L” plant possesses an astonishing assortment of fats, vitamins, and minerals. It is considered nature's perfect whole food with the richest source of omega-3s and fiber in nature. It supports cardiovascular health, joint function and mobility and digestion. This is an excellent, functional food for diabetics, those suffering from Celiac disease or gluten allergy.
This ancient supergrain was part of a six month study, headed by famed scientist and pioneer of the functional food movement, Dr. Vladimir Vuksan- one of the developers of the revolutionary glycemic index at the University of Toronto. For the research, Vuksan used a brand of chia called Salba- the white version. Over the years as further research has been conducted, the following are a few of the many superior nutritional properties that have been discovered:
Benefits:
- 8x More Omega-3s Than Salmon - Salba offers superior Omega 3 benefits to fish oils and salmon without the strong taste. Omega-3 fatty acids play a crucial role in brain function, growth and development. Salba is the richest vegetarian source of EFA's in nature, with over 2,500mg of Omega-3s per tablespoon.
- 25% more dietary fibert than flax seed - Rich fiber content is one of the main reasons Salba is considered nature's perfect whole food. Dietary fiber has been proven to lower high blood levels of cholesterol. Because of Salba's ability to absorb several times its weight in water, it may also help to curb hunger.
- 30% more antioxidants than blueberries - Laboratory and research has shown antioxidants help prevent the free radical damage that is associated with cancer.
- 15x more Magnesium than Broccoli - Magnesium helps with formation of bone and teeth and assists in the absorption of calcium and potassium. Where calcium stimulates the muscles, magnesium is used to relax the muscles.
- 7x more Vitamin C than an orange - Vitamin C promotes a healthy immune system, helps wounds heal, maintains connective tissue and aids in the absorption of iron.
- 6x more calcium than whole milk - Calcium is the chief supportive element in bones and teeth. Calcium salts make up about 70% of bone by weight and give your bone its strength and rigidity.
- 3x more Iron than Spinach - The main function of iron is to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs. When iron is low this oxygen consumption slows down.
- 50% more Folate than Asparagus - Folate is needed to make DNA and RNA - which is critical during periods of rapid cell division and growth such as infancy and pregnancy. Folate also helps to prevent changes to DNA that my lead to cancer.
Superior Grain is Good News for Diabetics and Those with High Blood Pressure
Salba has the ability to absorb 14 times its weight in water. When added to meals it becomes a bulking agent, ensuring slower digestion and a slower rise in blood sugar. Salba’s fiber content, thus, stabilizes blood sugar levels, along with creating a sense of fullness. High blood pressure is a significant problem for diabetes sufferers. A U of T study indicated that when type-2 diabetes patients ate up to four teaspoons of Salba seed a day it had a major impact on high blood pressure readings-- good news for diabetics and those with kidney problems. Another effect was an increase in EPA, a beneficial omega-3 fatty acid most often found in fish. More benefits discovered:
- Salba reduces after meal blood glucose and plasma insulin levels, thus improving the Glycemic Index of any food consumed with Salba
- C-reactive protein, a marker for low grade body inflammation was significantly lowered (40 percent)
- Salba significantly lowered systolic blood pressure (10 over 5)
- Salba significantly decreased coagulation (blood thinning) by 30%
Why Salba over Chia?
The visionaries behind Salba have been perfecting the balance of science and agriculture necessary to produce Nature's Perfect Whole Food. They are passionate about providing only the highest quality product to consumers. Unfortunately, in a world littered with products piggy-backing off of science and making false claims, we feel it only fair to give consumers the scoop. Let's compare the common chia to Salba:
- Salba is farmed in the planet's most optimal climate for the crop: the desert coast of Peru.
- Salba is germinated using a drip irrigation system, ensuring an even dispersal of water over the entirety of the crop, just as the ancients did.
- Salba is an heirloom crop, which means that only the most nutrient dense seeds are harvested and re-planted to continually yield the most nutrient dense whole food on the planet. Soil is rigorously tested to find the most ideal locations for the next harvest.
- Salba is harvested at full maturity, guaranteeing the seeds contain the highest density of nutrients. Other purveyors of ancient grains typically harvest early to produce more crop and make more money.
- Salba is the subject of numerous clinical studies that guarantee its efficacy.
- Salba and Chia are from the same species - Salvia hispanica L. - but while Salba is composed of two distinct registered varieties (Sahi Alba 911 & 912), Chia is made up of many different and unregistered wild strains of the species, the nutritional consistency of which can vary greatly. It’s a little like comparing a bottle of Cabernet from a single grape variety to table wine made from a number of different grapes: both are ‘red wine’, but the quality and profile of each is quite different.
- Chia seeds are grown by hundreds of farmers with varying conditions and crop life cycle standards throughout Mexico, Central/South America. Often, chia is harvested early to produce more volume (& hence more money). This degrades the nutrients in the seed substantially. Salba seeds are in the ground for exactly 135 days, allowing them to reach full nutrient maturity. We will NEVER compromise nutrient quality for the sake of producing more quantity to make more money.
- Due to the resulting nutritional consistency, Salba is the only variety of Salvia hispanica L. that has undergone intensive peer reviewed clinical research with proven beneficial results. Chia research has confirmed that it can not claim the same clinically proven health benefits.
- Salba is white and blends easily into almost any food. Chia seeds are mostly black.
- Salba has more Omega 3’s, protein, potassium, calcium and iron than Chia.
Suggested Use: 1 to 5 tsp. a day. Salba can be consumed in whole or ground form and can be topically added or integrated into almost any food you can image. Add it to smoothies, soups, salads, oatmeal, rice or let your imagination run wild. Salba's neutral flavor and moisture-retaining qualities will enhance the nutritional value without taking away from the experience of your favorite meals. To quell your appetite, take a large scoop full, and chew thoroughly (usually a few minutes). Then follow with a glass of water.
Check out some recipes:
Smoothie Recipes
Kim's Favorite Green Smoothie
