Historically, Aztec and Mayan civilizations used the seeds in their diets, as well as for medicinal purposes, religious rituals, and cosmetics.

  • calories: 138
  • protein: 4.7 grams
  • fat: 8.7 grams
  • alpha-linolenic acid (ALA): 5 grams
  • carbs: 11.9 grams
  • fiber: 9.8 grams
  • calcium: 14% of the Daily Value (DV)
  • iron: 12% of the DV
  • magnesium: 23% of the DV
  • phosphorus: 20% of the DV
  • zinc: 12% of the DV
  • vitamin B1 (thiamine): 15% of the DV
  • vitamin B3 (niacin): 16% of the DV