Exploring the Potential of Chai (Salvia hispanica L.) for Optimizing Antioxidant Characteristics and Storage Stability of Dairy Products

Abstract

Ancient seeds are gaining colossal interest in food regime in different countries. Chia oil contains more than 65% linolenic acid. Omega-3 performs many physiological functions of the human body. The antioxidants present in chia are considered to have positive effect against several diseases like coronary heart diseases and is anti-aging and anti-carcinogenic. Chia seeds also contain appreciable amount of dietary fiber, its health benefits are widely illustrated in literature, such as diabetes mellitus. Chia seed is abundant in fat, water soluble vitamins, amino acids, minerals and phytochemicals. Medicinal properties of chia for the treatment of several diseases has been well documented.