Health Benefits of Chia Seeds

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Because the outside layer of chia seeds is very thin, they break down easily when you chew them. But if you’re sprinkling them dry over a dish, you may absorb the nutrients more easily from ground seeds. You can grind them gently or buy pre-ground seeds.

Another way to add chia seeds to your diet is to drink chia seed water. High-fiber foods can make you dehydrated, because they pull water from your tissues into your gut.  For the fiber in the chia seeds to work well, some experts recommend drinking chia seed water along with a meal.

Tasty chia seeds recipes

Chia seed pudding. Using milk of your choice (regular dairy, almond, soy, etc.), add chia seeds to a mason jar with a lid and shake the mixture well. After 10 minutes, shake the jar again, making sure there aren’t any clumps. Refrigerate it for at least 4 hours or overnight. You can add nuts, berries, cinnamon, and a bit of sweetener of your choice to the pudding.

Chia guacamole. In a mixing bowl, add chia seeds and diced tomatoes with juice. In a second bowl, mix jalapeno, avocado, cilantro, lime juice, minced garlic and salt. After letting this mixture sit for about 10 minutes, put in the tomato chia seed mixture. Serve the guacamole with veggies or a whole grain food option of your choice.

Other common recipes include granola mixtures, smoothies, and overnight oats with chia seeds.

 

Chia seeds may aid your health in many ways, including protecting you from free radicals and improving blood sugar levels. They can be used in a variety of recipes to provide a simple way to meet daily nutrition goals.  If you have certain medical conditions or take specific medications, like anticoagulants or high blood pressure medications, talk to your doctor before adding chia seeds to your diet.

What is the carb content of 1 teaspoon of chia seeds? One teaspoon of chia seeds has about 2 grams of carbs.

Can you take fish oil and chia seeds together? Chia seeds are high in omega-3 fatty acids. As fish oil is too, it’s important to talk to your doctor before adding one or both products to your diet.

How much zinc is in chia seeds? An ounce of chia seeds contains 1.3 milligrams of zinc.

What happens when you eat chia every day? The exact amount of chia seeds to eat per day is yet to be determined, as more research is needed. But having too many chia seeds can cause problems in your gut.

Can chia seeds reduce belly fat? When added to water, chia seeds can enlarge, which helps to keep you fuller for longer periods of time (leading to potential weight loss or less belly fat).

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