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Human Nutrition Research
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BENEXIA Maximizing Nutritional Support Alongside GLP-1 Therapy
Chia Fiber and Chia Protein help GLP-1 users maximize nutritional density while effectively managing side effects. The result is more sustainable weight loss that promotes whole-person health.
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OMEGA-3 SYNTHESIS REGULATION, Expanding our Understanding
Emerging science using advanced molecular tracking challenges the traditional belief that plant-based omega-3 (ALA) conversion is metabolically insignificant.
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CHIA OIL AND CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE
Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of global mortality, yet dietary omega-3 ALA—found in plant-based foods like chia seeds, walnuts, and flaxseeds—offers significant health benefits. Beyond being a precursor to the essential EPA and DHA fatty acids, studies have shown that consuming dietary ALA is associated with reduced cardiovascular disease risk factors and decreased mortality from cardiovascular and coronary heart diseases.
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Gut Microbiota and Cholesterol: A New Approach to Cardiovascular Health
Cholesterol is essential for the human body—it plays a critical role in cell membrane integrity, hormone production, and vitamin D synthesis.
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Chia Protein: A Sustainable & Complete Protein for Modern Nutrition
Protein is a fundamental macronutrient that supports growth, muscle maintenance, and overall health
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Unlock the Secrets to Better Athletic Performance with ALA
Are you an athlete looking to take your endurance and aerobic performance to the next level? Science has your back!
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The Role of Omega-3s in Supporting Physical Performance: Key Insights
Aging brings challenges like reduced muscle strength and increased fat mass, leading to frailty, loss of independence, and cognitive decline.
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Chia Fiber and Metabolic Syndrome
An interview with Dr. Loreto Muñoz about her research in the field of metabolic health, where the fiber of chia seed has demonstrated its importance in the prevention and protection against these diseases.
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The Value of Plant-based Omega-3 ALA for Sustainable Nutrition
A conversation with Dr. Richard Bazinet about the role of plant-based omega-3 ALA in meeting omega-3 intake recommendations and supporting sustainable nutrition.
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Scientific Review: The Significant Health Benefits of Chia Seed Consumption
A new review recently published in the Chilean Nutrition Journal reports a beneficial effect between the consumption of chia and its nutritional contribution—related to its content of polyunsaturated fatty acids, proteins, fiber, and antioxidants—with the prevention and treatment of chronic non-communicable diseases such as dyslipidemia, diabetes, hypertension, certain types of cancer, among others
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New comprehensive review shows importance of OF plant-based omega-3 fat on heart health
A new research review published in the journal Advances in Nutrition in March showed positive effects of plant omega-3s, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), and heart health.
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Plant-based Omega-3 fatty acids for the primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the main cause of death worldwide, accounting for 10 to 30% of all deaths. Although CVD has been primarily a problem in developed countries, it’s becoming a growing concern in developing countries and has become the main cause of death in many of them.
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Ingredient Science & Technology
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FROM CHIA SEEDS TO XIA FIBER
A natural fiber, standardizing chia functionality for industrial use
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XIA OIL, A NEW SUSTAINABLE SOURCE OF OMEGA-3 ALA
Cold-pressed from fresh, high-quality, low-moisture chia seeds, chia oil is a pure, unrefined oil made without chemical solvents or diluents. Benexia’s careful processing preserves chia’s liposoluble nutrients and bioactive components, resulting in an oil with the highest concentration of essential omega-3 fatty acids among plant-based cooking oils.
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CHIA: SEEDS FOR CHANGE
A look at the human health potential, sustainability impact, and functional potential of this mighty seed. Unlock the unparalleled nutrition, science-backed health benefits, and functionality of chia as a whole seed, oil, and high-protein and fiber flours. Grown through regenerative agriculture and environmentally friendly, low-resource production methods, chia offers various functional applications that eschew food waste and meet consumer demands today. Discover how this ancient supergrain is a food that can support a healthier future – for both people and the planet.
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Chia Oil: Elevating Margarines and Spreads into the ‘Healthy Fats’ Category with Advanced Nutrition and Taste
Chia oil’s unique profile brings multiple advantages to margarine and spreads, making it the ideal choice for health-conscious consumers and innovative manufacturers ...
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Positive Perceptions of Seed Oils are on the Rise
Turning the tide on seed oils: A balanced view on health and nutrition.
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The Bakerpedia High-Protein Keto Baking Webinar
How can you perfectly balance protein-rich, low-carb ingredients without compromising flavor and quality in the final baked good?
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Chia Oil: Essential Little Seed, Big Potential in Nutritional Lipids
Wendy Bazilian discusses smoke point, applications, and nutritional benefits of Chia Oil with David Feder from Prepared Food Magazine.
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Smoke point: a look at chia oil and other cooking oils
Introducing our new consumer and industry resource—Smoke Point: A Look at Chia Oil and Other Cooking Oils.
Functionality & Performance
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BENEXIA: CHIAMUCIL
Benexia’s ChiaMucil®, a premium, whole-food fiber supplement made from chia seeds, offers a unique blend of soluble and insoluble fibers plus additional nutrients not found in other fiber products.
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A GUIDE TO NATURAL OMEGA-3 ENRICHMENT IN FOOD-BASED DELIVERY SYSTEMS
This guide introduces innovative solutions for natural omega-3 fortification in foods, beverages, and specialized nutrition, overcoming traditional barriers related to taste and shelf-life
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XIA OIL, A NEW SUSTAINABLE SOURCE OF OMEGA-3 ALA FOR PETS
Chia, renowned for its nutritional excellence and versatility in human nutrition, offers two exceptional ingredients that support the health and well-being of pets with their exceptional profile of essential nutrients.
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Glow Naturally: The Chia Oil Effect in Beauty
Chia seeds have long been celebrated as a nutritional powerhouse, but their benefits extend far beyond the kitchen. Today, chia oil is making waves in the cosmetic industry as a premium skincare ingredient.
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Bridging the Fiber Gap with ChiaMucil®
Across Europe and the U.S., most adults consume far less than the recommended 25–38 grams of fiber daily. ChiaMucil™, an innovative fiber supplement derived from white chia seeds, offers a solution that addresses the fiber gap and provides multiple additional health benefits.
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Chia Oil: Enhancing Margarine and Spreads with Superior Nutrition and Functionality
In today’s health-conscious market, consumers are not only looking for great taste—they are increasingly demanding products that offer tangible health benefits.
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Transform Senior Wellness with Benexia® ALA Powder 40 Instant Porridge
Aging brings distinct nutritional requirements; at Benexia, we provide premium solutions to meet them.
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