# Portable Superfood Snacks Nemichia's Super Chia Seed Snacks Pack a Big Nutritional Punch By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-11-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chia-seed-snacks References: [thedieline](http://www.thedieline.com/blog/2014/11/11/nemichia) & [nemichia](http://www.nemichia.com/) Being low glycemic and low-calorie yet extremely high in protein, omega-3s and antioxidants, it's no wonder that chia seed snacks are a runner's best friend. However, you don't have to be an athlete or an Aztec warrior in order to reap the nutritional benefits of this superfood. NemiChia's [chia snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seeds-of-wellness-chia-milk) are packaged in [yogurt-sized containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greek-yogurt-oats-seed-mix) with tasty fruits like blueberries, strawberries or peaches on the bottom, in addition to a plain option for purists. Packaging for this all-natural "spoonable" chia snack was designed by the [Miller Branding Agency](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-whisky-auction-events-whisky-auctioneer-plan-to-auction-the-karuiz), giving the superfood an appearance that's wholesome, approachable and inviting. In a charming handwritten font, the tops of the snack containers bear humorous warnings like "Tiny, yet mighty," "May contain superpowers" and "Yum starts here." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Low Glycemic Snacks:** This trend presents an opportunity for the development of portable, low glycemic snack options that provide nutritional benefits for athletes and health-conscious consumers. - **Superfood Packaging:** The rise of superfoods like chia seeds creates a demand for innovative and inviting packaging designs that reflect the wholesome and approachable nature of the product. - **Convenient Nutritional Snacks:** There is a growing market for convenient, all-natural snacks that offer high nutritional value, appealing to a wider range of consumers beyond athletes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry can capitalize on the low glycemic snack trend by developing and marketing portable, nutritious snacks for athletes and health-conscious individuals. - **Food Packaging:** The food packaging industry has an opportunity to create innovative, visually appealing packaging designs for superfood snacks that align with the wholesome image of the product. - **Healthy Snack Manufacturing:** Manufacturers specializing in healthy snacks can seize the opportunity to create convenient, all-natural snack options that provide high nutritional value to cater to the growing demand in the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Jammy Superfood Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smash-bites.md) - [Nourishing Seed Blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantchi.md) - [Seed-Based Snack Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superseed-snack-clusters.md) - [Snackable Seed Butter Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seed-butter-berries.md) - [Ancient Grain Street Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/churritos.md) - [Vibrant Single-Serve Jam Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concord-grape-chia-smash-squeezables.md) - [All-Natural Pinole Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinole-chips.md) - [Superfood-Infused Chocolate Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superfoodinfused-chocolate-bites.md) - [Nourishing Culinary Chia Oils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chia-oil.md)