Chia is a species of plant from the mint family. The proper name for chia is salvia hispanica, but that’s not as catchy as just “chia”.
Chia seeds are the more commercially popular part of the plant. They are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and are said to be one of the most nutritionally dense foods. Omega-3 alone is an extremely important nutrient, however there’s way more to chia seeds.
Here are a few things you can find in chia seeds:
- Boron
- B Vitamins
- High Fiber Content
- High Protein Content
- Omega – 3
- Omega – 6
- Potassium
- Magnesium
- Calcium
Chia seeds are high in antioxidants, protein, potassium, essential fatty acids and more! Chia seeds clearly deserve to be called superfoods! People eat chia seeds to improve their general health,for weight loss or just as a snack.
Chia seeds taste slightly nutty when eaten raw, or they can be made into a clear tasteless gel. It’s best to add chia seeds to food instead of eating it alone. Because of their mild taste, chia seeds can be added to a wide variety of dishes.
Chia seeds are fascinating, and there’s so many ways we could benefit by making chai seeds a more regular part of our diet.
Chia Seeds Side Effects.
Because of the way chia seeds can effect our bodies, there are side effects that you need to watch out for. Chia seeds can decrease our blood pressure, which could be a health benefit if you have high blood pressure. If you have low blood pressure then you need to be careful. Click the following link to read more about the chia seeds side effects or simply navigate the the side effects tab at the top of the page.
If you want to know the ins and outs of chia seeds side effects and benefits then head you can find specific pages about them on the navigation bar at the top of the page. For more general information on chia seeds (including things like how to eat chia seeds, weight loss, a buying guide and more) go to the blog section here.
If you’re looking to buy some chia seeds, check out the chia seeds buying guide here!
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