My little love affair with chia seeds is still going hot and heavy. I use them constantly when I eat because they fill me up and have a great nutrient profile. They are so versatile and blend easily into food, I hardly know they are there but love the benefits I get from using them in my diet. They absorb the flavor of anything they are prepared with.
If you are curious about why Chia seeds are the new great super food here are a few good reasons to look into the benefits they provide. You can also check out my articles here and here.
The Benefits of Adding Chia
High in Omega-3 Fatty Acids
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Chia seeds are the highest whole-food source of omega-3 fatty acids by weight. They contain the same amount of these essential fatty acids as 10 pounds of salmon. They have a higher level than flax seeds with the added benefit of being more stable and unlikely to become rancid.
Rich In Antioxidants
Chia is a great natural source of antioxidants, including chlorogenic acid, caffeic acid, myricetin, quercetin and flavonols.
Full of Essential Nutrients
Chia seeds are an excellent source of the following nutrients: calcium, phosphorus, manganese, potassium, iron, zinc and copper. With a low-glycemic index and high in fiber chia seeds help to slow the rate of absorption to assist in the proper assimilation of the high nutrient content.
Promotes Hydration
The hull of the chia seed soaks up to seven times its weight in water. This aids the slow absorption rate and promotes hydration and electrolyte retention. The steady release of nutrients and glucose into the bloodstream promotes endurance. This makes it an ideal food for athletes as well as anyone living a busy, hectic lifestyle.
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“Chia seeds have been in Whole Foods for a long time, but they’re just now starting to grow in popularity,” said Drew Rosen, nutrition and cooking teacher at New York City’s Whole Foods Market Tribeca. “It’s an ancient crop, but because the seeds are so flexible and high in omega threes, they are just blossoming all over the markets in all different types of products.” -
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Just read that Chia seeds are a benefit to those who have a thyroid problem, adding them to my life!! Hope to win!!
Chia Seeds are a great power house food. Love that you are adding them to your life. Good Luck!
I like to eat some chia seeds because it is also rich in Omega-3 fatty acids. They are very nutritious just like flax seeds. ‚’*:*
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I really like to munch chia seeds just for the vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals that i can get from it. *
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“Chia seeds have been in Whole Foods for a long time, but they’re just now starting to grow in popularity,” said Drew Rosen, nutrition and cooking teacher at New York City’s Whole Foods Market Tribeca. “It’s an ancient crop, but because the seeds are so flexible and high in omega threes, they are just blossoming all over the markets in all different types of products.” -
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