Science is at the core of everything we do.
For more than 20 years, Benexia has invested in understanding the nutritional, functional and technological potential of chia and chia-derived ingredients. Today our scientific work spans clinical nutrition, ingredient functionality and food innovation.
From evidence to ingredient performance.
Explore how science connects biological effects, ingredient properties and real-world applications — and the research and expertise behind them.
Nutrition Research
Clinical and preclinical evidence on how chia ingredients may support metabolic, cardiovascular and digestive health — and the mechanisms behind it.
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Ingredient Science & Technology
The chemistry, functionality and characterization of chia-derived ingredients: composition, protein, fiber rheology, lipids and oxidative stability.
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Functionality & Performance
How chia ingredients behave in real food systems — bakery, beverage, dairy, meat and fats — and the reformulation jobs they solve.
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Scientific Leadership
The people behind the science: our internal technical team, the Scientific Advisory Board and the Lipid Research Center.
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Learn more Claims you can stand behind.
We help you navigate complex regulatory requirements, ensuring your product claims remain fully compliant and credible.
Building a Functional Positioning
Our regulatory and technical teams can share the dossiers, studies and specifications you need for your market.
FAQs
What type of fiber is XIA Fiber?
XIA Fiber is a chia-derived ingredient containing 56% dietary fiber, with soluble and insoluble fiber in a 1:9 ratio and naturally occurring chia mucilage that contributes viscosity.
What is MicroTech®?
MicroTech® is Benexia’s exclusive, solvent-free milling technology that reduces chia seed into micro-particles without enzymes, solvents or additives. It is the process behind XIA Fiber (<435 µm) and XIA Protein (<125 µm), preserving nutrition, flavor and shelf life.
How does Benexia reduce the microbial load of chia?
Benexia developed its first chia pasteurization system, achieving a 5-log reduction in pathogens and microorganisms and advancing the safety of chia processing at industrial scale. It is a chemical-free, non-irradiating thermal treatment delivering a validated 5-log pathogen reduction while preserving nutritional quality.