Journal of Advances in Food Science & Technology

Chia seeds are considered as the golden seeds of the 21^st century, that’s why they have great potential for the food industries, because of their remarkable nutritional composition and functional properties, they are successively embraced in the preparation of nutritional products. They name it chia scientifically it is known as Salvia hispanica L., Now- a –days, people consider chia seeds as a very healthy option to consume with increasing demand for the healthier food substitutes has increased . In today’s time major concern for habitants is the intake of saturated and trans fats due to modern lifestyle, which can automatically lead to problems like obesity, cardiovascular diseases etc. As a result people and food industries are in search of healthy option to replace fats without compromising in taste, texture and quality. In this scenario Chia seed oil is consider as best option as effective fat replacer. Chia Seed oil in place of fat not only improves the nutritional perspective but also enhances its functional properties. We can use chia gel in place of fat in bakery products like cakes, muffins, cookies as it offers healthier alternative. The use of chia seed oil as fat replacer not only reduces the calorie content but also increases the nutritional value. Sometimes some problems like taste, texture arise but still chia seed oil offers natural source for healthier options.