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Products & Launches

Benexia Launches “First of Its Kind” Chia Milk

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 …

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Market & Trends

Study: Vegan Omega-3 Fatty Acids Reduce Risk of Heart Disease

In a recent study published in the Journal of Hypertension, scientists found that regular consumption of omega-3-rich foods helps to improve blood pressure. According to the study, high blood pressure is one of the main risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease. However, the effectiveness of omega-3 fatty acids can also vary depending on the source. Another study published in July in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews investigated and compared the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids from dietary supplements, fish, vegetable oils and whole foods such as walnuts. The results of the study showed, among other things, that omega-3 supplementation does not reduce the risk of death from heart disease, but nevertheless reduces heart irregularities. A small number of subjects who consumed only vegan, plant-based …

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