| Flavor | Chia Seeds |
| Brand | Healthworks |
| Item Weight | 6 Pounds |
| Item Form | Raw |
| Specialty | Antioxidant, Grain-Free, Low Carb, Nut Free, USDA Organic |
This was my second time ordering this brand and I went through my first (2lb) bag way too quickly. This time I ordered the 6lb bag, although I was a bit unsure of how it would be packaged. The price could not be beat! It seems as though this company charges only a couple of dollars a pound once you get past 3 or 4lbs so I figured, why not? It was only $27 shipped!After I ordered, I read the reviews. I have to tell you...the bug review freaked me out a bit; however, I did a bit of research on the subject and it appears as though some other brands have had similar issues. The issues I've read most about have been with Indian meal moths and I definitely don't want those! My parents had an infestation of those once before and it took them at least a year to get rid of it. Anyway, I have ordered from this company before with no problem at all so I decided not to cancel.My order arrived less than 24 hours later! I received a 6lb vacuum-sealed bag of beautiful chia seeds! I sat here and stared at the bag for about five minutes before opening it in an attempt to observe movement...nothing! Whew. I know its early still so I stuck the entire bag in the freezer. I'll leave them in there for a week. Take it out for a week. Put it back in for one more week. That should kill any larvae which would be present. Actually, I might just put a bin in the freezer and keep them frozen and just use them that way. I probably wouldn't worry about it if it wasn't such a huge bag but its gonna take me a year to go through it!By the way...my son is vegan. I had to make lots of adjustments quickly when he decided to go vegan "all of a sudden". It has been a year now but one of the things that saved me was chia seeds! I had to learn quickly how to cook without any animal products and chia gel makes a great substitute for eggs! In fact, when I make vegan cakes with coconut oil in place of butter and chia gel in place of eggs, the rest of my family prefers the vegan-style cakes. Since the gel has no flavor, it looks like there are poppy seeds mixed in; however, there is really no crunch because the chia doesn't really have a texture when its baked in. Its amazing in apple cake!!
I never thought I'd be eating chia seeds (Salvia Hispanica), but it just goes to show that you never know.I'd heard about it and done some research and am thrilled that something so rich in Omega-3s, anitoxidants, complete protiens and vitamins can be had at such a good price. And yes, it was the price that drew me to this particular brand -- less than half what you would pay for it at a health food store even with shipping. The 2lb version was shipped in sealed, sturdy plastic bags in a Priority Mail envelope. I suppose there is a chance it could get damaged in shipping but mine arrived fine and fast!The seeds themselves are good quality. Dry, they taste a bit like poppy seeds. These can be mixed into other foods or grounds into a meal. I don't bother, I eat them as is. Another option is to make them into the "chia gel" (or jelly, or 'slime' as my brother calls it). Combine 1/3 of a cup of seeds with 2 cups of warm water and mix well. As the seeds sit they quickly absorb 10x to 12x their size in water. After a few hours you have a thick gel that with the black seeds looks a bit like small froggs eggs. The consitency reminds me a bit of tapioca or even a little like okra, but it has a neutral flavor and mixes easily with anything. You can even use it to replace fats and oils when baking! This gel stores for about 2 weeks in the refridgerator and can be cosumed as needed. The dry seed can be stored indefinitely, a big plus over flax seeds as they can go rancid.Do some research on the web and then give them a try. I think you might become chia nut like I've become!
Next day delivery, great price for product!I love it, so got a subscription ❤️
Good to add to any food
This a large 6# bag of raw chia seeds which are a fine grain seed. Taste is slightly nuttty. The bag is thick, sturdy and resealable. I use them in fruit smoothies to add fiber and protein. The seeds swell when in liquid to enhance the feeling of fullness. Great value.
This was my second time ordering this brand and I went through my first (2lb) bag way too quickly. This time I ordered the 6lb bag, although I was a bit unsure of how it would be packaged. The price could not be beat! It seems as though this company charges only a couple of dollars a pound once you get past 3 or 4lbs so I figured, why not? It was only $27 shipped!After I ordered, I read the reviews. I have to tell you...the bug review freaked me out a bit; however, I did a bit of research on the subject and it appears as though some other brands have had similar issues. The issues I've read most about have been with Indian meal moths and I definitely don't want those! My parents had an infestation of those once before and it took them at least a year to get rid of it. Anyway, I have ordered from this company before with no problem at all so I decided not to cancel.My order arrived less than 24 hours later! I received a 6lb vacuum-sealed bag of beautiful chia seeds! I sat here and stared at the bag for about five minutes before opening it in an attempt to observe movement...nothing! Whew. I know its early still so I stuck the entire bag in the freezer. I'll leave them in there for a week. Take it out for a week. Put it back in for one more week. That should kill any larvae which would be present. Actually, I might just put a bin in the freezer and keep them frozen and just use them that way. I probably wouldn't worry about it if it wasn't such a huge bag but its gonna take me a year to go through it!By the way...my son is vegan. I had to make lots of adjustments quickly when he decided to go vegan "all of a sudden". It has been a year now but one of the things that saved me was chia seeds! I had to learn quickly how to cook without any animal products and chia gel makes a great substitute for eggs! In fact, when I make vegan cakes with coconut oil in place of butter and chia gel in place of eggs, the rest of my family prefers the vegan-style cakes. Since the gel has no flavor, it looks like there are poppy seeds mixed in; however, there is really no crunch because the chia doesn't really have a texture when its baked in. Its amazing in apple cake!!
I never thought I'd be eating chia seeds (Salvia Hispanica), but it just goes to show that you never know.I'd heard about it and done some research and am thrilled that something so rich in Omega-3s, anitoxidants, complete protiens and vitamins can be had at such a good price. And yes, it was the price that drew me to this particular brand -- less than half what you would pay for it at a health food store even with shipping. The 2lb version was shipped in sealed, sturdy plastic bags in a Priority Mail envelope. I suppose there is a chance it could get damaged in shipping but mine arrived fine and fast!The seeds themselves are good quality. Dry, they taste a bit like poppy seeds. These can be mixed into other foods or grounds into a meal. I don't bother, I eat them as is. Another option is to make them into the "chia gel" (or jelly, or 'slime' as my brother calls it). Combine 1/3 of a cup of seeds with 2 cups of warm water and mix well. As the seeds sit they quickly absorb 10x to 12x their size in water. After a few hours you have a thick gel that with the black seeds looks a bit like small froggs eggs. The consitency reminds me a bit of tapioca or even a little like okra, but it has a neutral flavor and mixes easily with anything. You can even use it to replace fats and oils when baking! This gel stores for about 2 weeks in the refridgerator and can be cosumed as needed. The dry seed can be stored indefinitely, a big plus over flax seeds as they can go rancid.Do some research on the web and then give them a try. I think you might become chia nut like I've become!
Next day delivery, great price for product!I love it, so got a subscription ❤️
Good to add to any food
This a large 6# bag of raw chia seeds which are a fine grain seed. Taste is slightly nuttty. The bag is thick, sturdy and resealable. I use them in fruit smoothies to add fiber and protein. The seeds swell when in liquid to enhance the feeling of fullness. Great value.
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Healthworks grew out of our realization that a healthy diet really does matter. We believe that the essence of a healthy lifestyle is nourishing your body with the best nutrients and giving it the exercise it deserves.
We are constantly striving to be the best version of ourselves and often forget to give enough importance to the food we eat. The path to greater health begins with what you choose to fuel your body with.