Historically, Aztec and Mayan civilizations used the seeds in their diets, as well as for medicinal purposes, religious rituals, and cosmetics.
- calories:Â 138
- protein:Â 4.7 grams
- fat:Â 8.7 grams
- alpha-linolenic acid (ALA):Â 5 grams
- carbs:Â 11.9 grams
- fiber:Â 9.8 grams
- calcium:Â 14% of the Daily Value (DV)
- iron:Â 12% of the DV
- magnesium:Â 23% of the DV
- phosphorus:Â 20% of the DV
- zinc:Â 12% of the DV
- vitamin B1 (thiamine):Â 15% of the DV
- vitamin B3 (niacin): 16% of the DV