Our Blog
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The Surprising Impact of Instant Oatmeal on Blood Sugar
Instant oatmeal can cause quick spikes in blood sugar and disrupt hormone balance due to its high glycemic index and lower fiber content. Alternatively, chickpeas, with a low glycemic index, offer a steadier blood sugar rise and support hormonal health, making them a smarter choice for those managing glucose levels and seeking overall well-being.
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The Unsettling Truth about Oats: Pesticide and Gluten Contamination
Recent research has raised concerns about pesticide and gluten contamination in oats, posing potential health risks for consumers. As an alternative, chickpeas offer a nutrient-rich and versatile option for breakfast. Our certified organic chickpea oatmeal, grown in Montana, provides a safer and sustainable choice, reducing contamination risks while promoting responsible agriculture.
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ChiChi wins $10k in Massachusetts
We won at the Draper Competition for Women, despite almost being disqualified for offering samples to the judges. The prize money will bring us closer to our goal of making chickpeas a popular alternative to oats for breakfast. We are grateful for the support and excited to continue revolutionizing the breakfast industry with our innovative chickpea oatmeal. -
A Successful Debut: Chickpea Oatmeal at the Tower Grove Farmers Market
ChiChi made its debut at the Tower Grove Farmers Market, overcoming initial challenges like forgotten napkins and a new gas-powered stove. The unique flavors won over customers and inspired the tagline, "Oats are dead, chickpeas are in." We'll be back at the market on April 22nd and April 29th with our delicious and healthy chickpea oatmeal. -
Oat-mg! UGA Triumph
ChiChi just won third place in the UGA's Collegiate Great Brands Competition, where we showcased our chickpea oatmeal to Georgia's thriving startup ecosystem. We took away valuable insights on presentation, media exposure, and local connections, fueling our passion to grow ChiChi. -
Our rebrand
We're thrilled to announce we've undergone a rebrand. We've think we have created the perfect logo, colors, and icons that truly represent ChiChi. We wanted to create something that was fun and vibrant, and communicates our focus of health and good...
