"Chia" means strength, and folklore has it that these cultures used the tiny black and white seeds as an energy booster. That makes sense, as chia seeds are a concentrated food containing healthy omega-3 fatty acids, carbohydrates, protein, fiber, antioxidants, and calcium.

Flavour               Mild nutty taste, free from any objectionable flavours.
Odour               Faint, neutral, free from any objectionable odours and taints.
Texture                 Should be firm, free flowing seeds and not joined together.
Size                1.7–2.1 mm
Purity               99.9%
Foreign Matter           <0.1%
Damaged Seed           <0.1%
Moisture              8%