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Chia: Rediscovering A Forgotten Crop Of The Aztecs
Chia Rediscovering A Forgotten Crop Of The Aztecs Author:Ricardo Ayerza, Wayne Coates One of the four main Aztec crops at the time of Columbus' arrival in the New World, chia offers the highest omega-3 fatty acid content available from plants but today is known only for its use in "chia pets." In this book, two agricultural scientists trace the history of chia's use, then reveal the scientific story of the plant and its modern po... more »tential. As their insightful study shows, current nutritional understanding provides an excellent opportunity to reintroduce this important food to the world.« less