Benexia® (Chia Seed — Salvia hispanica)

Benexia® is a premium chia (Salvia hispanica) seed ingredient, available as seeds, oil, and powder. Chia is one of the richest plant sources of omega-3 ALA and provides abundant soluble fiber and protein, and provides soluble fiber.

Benexia is researched primarily for Cardiovascular and Weight Management. A systematic review and meta-analysis of 8 randomized trials (372 adults) of generic chia seed found lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure and a modest reduction in waist circumference, with no significant change in weight or BMI.

The clinically studied dose is Commonly 15 to 25 grams of chia per day. Always follow the product label and check with a healthcare provider for personal advice.

For most healthy adults, Benexia is well tolerated at studied doses. Reported effects can include: Generally well-tolerated as a food. Eat with adequate fluid; dry chia can swell and cause choking or blockage. It may also interact with some medications. Benexia is not right for everyone, so check with a healthcare provider first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or take prescription medication.

Possible interactions include: Blood pressure or anticoagulant medication — chia may have additive effects; monitor. May affect blood sugar; monitor if diabetic. If you take prescription medication, check with a pharmacist or doctor before using it.

NutraSmarts rates the evidence for Benexia as Limited (2 out of 5). It is backed by 1 clinical trial and 1 cited reference summarized on this page. A higher rating reflects more, larger, and better-designed human studies.