It’s one of the biggest eating trends of the past couple of years, but why should we eat chia seeds and how do we get them into our diet?
Here are 7 good reasons to start eating chia seeds.
- Help weight loss. Chia seeds are popular for weight loss. They reduce food cravings by preventing some of the food that you eat from getting absorbed into your system. This blockage of calorie absorption makes them a great diet helper.
- Feel fuller faster. They can also help your diet by making you feel full. This is because they absorb 10 times their weight in water, forming a bulky gel.
- Hydration for athletes. They are also great for athletes because the “chia gel” can hydrate the body.
- Reduce your blood pressure. There’s evidence to suggest they can reduce blood pressure.
- Omega-3. They are the richest plant source of Omega-3 (the vital fats that protect against inflammation—such as arthritis—and heart disease). In fact, they contain more Omega-3 than salmon!
- Benefits for diabetes. Because chia seeds slow down how fast our bodies convert carbohydrates into simple sugars, studies indicate they can control blood sugar. This leads scientists to believe chia seeds may have great benefits for diabetics.
- They are easier to digest than flax seeds and don’t need to be ground up.
How to add chia seeds into your diet
Chia seeds bear a distinct texture after getting soaked. They expand, become softer and carry a silky, velvety texture. Chia seeds can render a fresh dimension to your cooking.
They are enjoyed best when added to smoothies, shakes or cold coffees. You can also sprinkle them atop salads, add them in dips and accompaniments, use them in making breads, muffins, granola bars; add them in cereals, trail mixes or simply eat them raw.
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