Benexia, a producer of chia-based products, has launched a new plant-based milk alternative called Seeds of Wellness Chia Milk in the US.
The product is claimed to be the first ever plant-based milk made from whole chia seeds, and each 8 oz serving is said to provide 740 mg of plant-based omega-3 fats. The chia milk is a source of fiber, protein, calcium, and vitamin D, and is free of added sugar.
According to Benexia, the milk alternative is sustainably produced, since the company’s farms exclusively use rainwater as a watering source and follow regenerative agriculture practices. The ingredients used in the chia milk are processed without the use of water, solvents, or enzymes, using a process that is claimed to be almost zero-waste and zero-water (aside from the water added to the end product).
A proprietary micro-milling process is used to grind up the whole chia seeds, preserving their nutrition and flavor properties while creating a smooth, creamy texture. The chia milk is free of major allergens and is currently available in Original flavor, with a Vanilla variety soon to be introduced.
“Harnessing the nutritional power of chia”
The global chia seed market is experiencing promising growth and is expected to be worth $390.3 million by 2033. This growth is believed to be driven by soaring demand for chia as a superfood, along with the use of chia seeds in personal care products and cosmetics.
“We are chia experts. We grow chia, we study chia, and we harness the nutritional power of chia to deliver wholesome products that we believe consumers deserve,” said Sandra Gillot, CEO and co-founder of Benexia. “We looked at the best milk alternatives on the market and asked ourselves how we could elevate options for consumers. From seed to shelf, every aspect of Seeds of Wellness Chia Milk is designed with human and planet health in mind.”
Seeds of Wellness Chia Milk will debut exclusively in select Costco locations across Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho, Utah, Alaska, the LA region of California, and Hawaii, as well as US-wide on Amazon.
