Guess what this super seed does for your health: everything.
Seriously.
It will send your blood pressure scurrying downwards. It’ll help relieve you from the daily troubles of type 2 diabetes. That throbbing pain in your joints from arthritis? This little guy will help with that, too.
Did we mention that it’s also a weight loss aid? And that it’s packed with the dietary equivalent of dynamite, in the form of essential cardiovascular and brain nutrients? Boom.
That’s how powerful this seed is.
Chia seed plant is a shrub native to South and Central America, where it’s been valued and cultivated since ancient times. In the local language, “chia” meant strength, which explains why it’s known as a super-food and health booster.
The health experts of today are finally beginning to praise it for its unique benefits as they discover chia’s many magical powers:
1. Fiber bomb
Chia seeds are loaded with this essential nutrient. As little as one ounce of serving provides 11 grams of dietary fiber –around one third of the recommended daily dietary intake.
A high fiber diet has plenty of health benefits, such as maintaining bowel health, helping to lower cholesterol levels, aiding in blood sugar regulation, helping to control healthy weight, improving cardiovascular and overall health.
2. Type 2 diabetes control
The recent studies discovered that chia seeds are able to slow down the process of carbohydrate conversion to simple sugar, helping control blood sugar spikes. This discovery convinced researchers that chia seeds are extremely beneficial to type 2 diabetes patients.
3. Loaded with essential minerals
Chia seeds are loaded with manganese, the mineral crucial to bone health. Among other health benefits, manganese helps our bodies to process essential minerals, such as biotin and thiamin.
One serving of chia provides 30% of the recommended daily intake of manganese.
Phosphorus is another mineral in which chia seeds are abundant, and is also important to bone and teeth health. Our bodies need phosphorus for proper synthesis of protein to repair and grow cell tissues.
These important minerals also help prevent high blood pressure and support cardiovascular health- great news for your ticker!
4. Great antioxidant source
Chia seeds are extremely rich in antioxidants which are vital in protecting us from disease-causing free radicals, cancer and aging.
The rich content of antioxidants in chia seeds are also responsible for their super long shelf life.
They can stay fresh for two years without refrigeration!
5. Cholesterol control
A study published in the British Journal of Nutrition revealed that regular consumption of chia seeds lowers “harmful” LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels while increasing “good” HDL cholesterol.
The same study also discovered that substitution of chia seeds for other fat sources led to prevention of high triglyceride levels and lowered obesity.
6. The best cardiovascular support
According to Cleveland Clinic, the consumption of chia seeds drastically improves blood pressure in diabetes patients and lowers unhealthy cholesterol levels.
Another great reason to load up on this wonder seed is its extremely rich content in Omega-3.
A great deal of evidence shows that Omega-3 fatty acids slash the risks of stroke, heart attack and cardiovascular-related deaths!
Chia seeds contain as much as 5 grams of Omega-3 fatty acids in a 1 ounce serving.
7. Helps you feel full faster
Chia seeds are unique for their quality to absorb water 10 times their weight, producing a bulky gel which helps a person feel full faster. This also helps avoid those in-between meal food cravings.
Another quality of Chia seeds contributing to weight loss is its content in a specific amino acid –tryptophan, also found in turkey. This compound helps regulates appetite, sleep and improve mood.
The list of this magic seed goes on..
• Chia seeds are also used to make a hydrating gel for athletes;
• Chia is a great source of protein- a good solution for vegetarians and vegans.
• The wonder seed is very helpful to fight arthritis-causing joint inflammation and improve brain health;
• Chia seeds deliver an impressive amount of nutrients with just a few calories;
The great news is that chia seeds are becoming a modern trend in the natural health world, so you can buy them in most of the health food stores across the globe or check the online stores.
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where can we buy this chia seeds
At most health food store…also online for examples either Amazon.com or Nuts.com .
Where could we find or buy this Chia seeds
I just love Chia seeds and have been taking them for a couple of years. A wonderful seed and to know it works throughout the body. Incredible that it contains so much and its so tiny. Jean.
We are Nasirobi, where can I dins this seeds. pl reply
We are Nairobi, where can I dins this seeds. pl reply
I have been using chia for a few months. My question is. As i suffer from chronic diarrhea am i making my condition worse
I wonder what is the name in Ayurveda for this seed?
Good remedial seeds
FYI , there is a good book on the history , nutritional value with great recipes for you Chia Lovers, called
“Chia , The Complete Guide to the Ultimate Superfood by Wayne Coates, Ph.D . I believe it is on Amazon!
To Ashok Shah :
other names for Chia seeds include : Salba Seeds, Sabja Seeds or Salvia Hispanica. In Hindi it’s called Sabja.
Most of the health food stores sell Chia seeds, but you can always check online stores..like someone here suggested Amazon.com definitely sells it!
I am not sure where to get it in Nigeria…you should try some health food stores.
Dear Sylvia,
Actually Chia seeds are a great way to treat diarrhea, due to their excellent quality to absorb water and maintain fluid and electrolyte balance in body.
what’s the scientific name of chia seed plant and its native and distribution
i buy my chia seeds from a doctor at st. lukes hospital..if you have a relative here in manila i can help her get one..i bought mine for 750 and it lasts me for 3 months
How do you fix it or eat it@
Once you get your hands on chia seeds, you can grow your own. I just took seeds and planted them (zone 5, USA) both in the garden, and in pots on the patio. They are starting to flower, so I should have my own home-grown seeds in a month or so. You can also sprout chia seeds for salads and garnishes.
Sprinkle seeds on food — anything. Chia seeds also contain a thickening agent, so you can mix them with milk (regular, soy, almond) and juices to make a soft-set pudding in 30 minutes. You can sprout them and eat them that way.
Sprouting them is a great idea .Thanks .
I am from India where do I get these CHia seeds from is there any other name for it?
Where do i fine this seeds what is it call.
Where do i fine this seeds
DID .CHIA. AVAILABLE IN PAKISTAN AND INDIA AND DID YOU TELL US THE URDU AND HINDI NAME OF CHIA ?THANK YOU FOR INFORMATION.
Very interesting article — High in Protein, Omega 3. fibre — heloful for many conditions
Has anyone heard or read that chia seed may cause prostrate cancer?
Has anyone heard or read that chia seed may cause prostrate cancer in men?
Mohammaad Jalal Khan Look it up yourself Urdu and or Hindi speaker and on post it to this site for others.
Is the Chia powder more effective than the whole grain Chia seeds? I understand the powder form is better because all of it is absorbable whereas most of the seeds just pass through the body. Is this true?
Plenty of recipes and ideas are online. Here is one of the best http://www.chiaseedrecipes.com/40-ways-to-use-chia-seeds.php
Any Health Shops, you will be able to find them/
Can be purchased thru Nutrabullet. Also, if you have not purchased a Nutrabullet….DO. This is the best thing money can buy for your body.