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Chia
Chia
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Chia seeds are a whole-food source of omega-3 ALA, dietary fiber, and protein per USDA FoodData Central. They are an EFSA-authorized novel food and are widely consumed safely.
Found in
536 products
What it is
Seeds of Salvia hispanica; rich in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), fiber, and protein.
Whole-seed ingredient providing fiber, omega-3 ALA, protein; gels when hydrated.
Why it's flagged
- choking/esophageal obstruction risk if dry seeds swallowed in large amounts
What regulators actually say
"Seeds, chia, dried - Energy 486 kcal, Protein 16.54 g, Fiber 34.4 g, ALA 17.83 g per 100 g."
"Chia seed (Salvia hispanica) and ground whole chia seed may be placed on the market in the Union as a novel food ingredient."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Standard food (seed)
European Union — EFSA
Approved novel food (Commission Implementing Decision 2013/50/EU and subsequent)
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