Benefits of Chia Seeds
It is fair to say that a lot of people wanting to improve the way they eat for a healthier lifestyle do turn to alternative foods that have known nutritional benefits. I myself really like flaxseed as one method ensuring I get my daily Omega -3. There are of course many other seeds available and when added to a daily diet, can show improvements.
The reality is with Chia seeds though is that there is not a lot of medical or scientific research available. Most of the evidence that shows benefits is based on what people “think” or perceive to be the benefits.
According to the US National Library of Medicine, Chia seeds are made up as follows:
Chia seed is composed of protein (15–25%), fats (30–33%), carbohydrates (26–41%), high dietary fiber (18–30%), ash (4-5%), minerals, vitamins, and dry matter (90–93%). It also contains a high amount of antioxidants
How to Prepare Chia Seeds to Eat?
Before looking at some of the best and healthiest ways to eat Chia seeds it is worth spending just a little time on learning about the best way to prepare them.
You can buy them in the following forms:
-Whole seeds
-Bran
-Ground Chia
-Chia seed oil
-Bran
-Ground Chia
-Chia seed oil
When you buy your seeds then you can simply sprinkle them on to breads, cereals etc and simply enjoy them in this natural format. No real preparation is required. By adding these to a liquid then the texture changes a lot. They can absorb a lot of liquid and as they do this then the texture changes, and are best used in a pudding style format.
Easiest Way to Eat Chia Seeds
I have always found that the easiest way to eat most seeds is simply to add some to your cereal in the morning. If you are having a bowl of flakes of any kind, or any type of cereal, then simply sprinkle them on and enjoy.
One tablespoon is what I normally use and that is about 70 calories per spoon so that I can live with. It gives you an energy boost for the day and all you have to do is open the bag, take out a tablespoon of seeds and sprinkle them on.
It doesn’t get much easier than that.
Black Chia Seeds
The experts recommend that you should look for seeds that are either a speckled black or white rather than those that are brown. That is because brown Chia seeds are considered to be immature and this can result in fewer nutritional benefits and may give the seeds a bitter taste.
The Organic Black Chia Seeds are very high quality and they are harvested in Argentina and packed in the USA. They are eco-friendly, sustainable, non-GMO, gluten free, and fully organic. They are rich in vitamins and nutrients that are good for the brain and body. These seeds are rich in antioxidants that fight free radicals.
Organic Black Chia Seeds are high quality foods that can be added to any meal or smoothie.
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