Chia seeds are loaded with vitamins and minerals, are an excellent source of fibre, protein and antioxidants, and are the richest plant source of omega-3 fatty acids. Consumption of chia seeds may help reduce joint pain, aid in weight loss, deliver an energy boost and protect against serious ailments such as diabetes and heart disease.
1. Chia is gluten free
2. It is super high in dietary fibre, making it great for digestion and healing digestion issues.
3. It contains 20% Omega 3 ALA, making it a super food for the brain and heart. Chia has eight times more Omega 3 than salmon!
4. It boasts 20% protein complete with all 8 essential amino acids
5. It is high in antioxidants (It has a four times higher ORAC value than blueberries)
6. Chia contains five times more calcium than milk
7. Chia contains seven times more vitamin C than oranges
8. It contains three times more iron than spinach
9. It contains twice the potassium content of banana
10. It is food for healthy skin, hair and nails
11. It has a positive impact balancing blood glucose levels (making it awesome for diabetics)
12. Chia makes a great egg replacement. Just combine with water to form a gel, and add it to recipes that call for egg.
Chia seeds have a very mild flavour that take on the taste of whatever you add them to and easily combines with sweet or savoury dishes. Nutritionists recommend a tablespoon daily, tossed in smoothies, sprinkled on yogurt or oatmeal or used as a salad topper.
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