Effect of chia seed (Salvia hispanica L.) consumption on cardiovascular risk factors in humans: a systematic review

de Souza Ferreira, C., de Sousa Fomes, L.F., da Silva, G.E. and Rosa, G. · Nutricion Hospitalaria · 2015

Meta-analysis / review

Abstract

This systematic review evaluated the effect of chia seed (Salvia hispanica), rich in proteins, omega-3 fatty acids and fibre, on cardiovascular risk factors in humans, supporting a cardiovascular benefit of chia.

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How to cite

de Souza Ferreira, C., de Sousa Fomes, L.F., da Silva, G.E. and Rosa, G (2015) 'Effect of chia seed (Salvia hispanica L.) consumption on cardiovascular risk factors in humans: a systematic review', Nutricion Hospitalaria, 32(5), pp. 1909-1918. doi:10.3305/nh.2015.32.5.9394

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