Superfood : Chia seeds

Chia seeds are among the healthiest foods on the planet; let's look at the benefits they carry.

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Chia seeds are comparatively easy to find in any major grocery store. Appearance wise they are black in color and they carry a mild and nutty flavor to please the taste buds. Although these seeds have a small size yet they are packed up with many important nutrients.

In the past, Chia seeds were an important food for the Aztecs and Mayans. In fact, "chia" is the ancient Mayan word for "strength."
Despite their small size, chia seeds are full of important nutrients. Nevertheless, Chia seeds can absorb up to 27 times their weight in water. 

According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Nutrient Database, a 28-gram, or one-ounce serving of chia seeds includes:
•    13 calories 
•    8.4 grams of fat
•    13.07 grams of carbohydrate 
•    11.2 grams of fiber
•    5.6 grams of protein
•    No sugar

Perfect for Vegans: 
In a world where most of the people are switching to vegan diet chia seeds are an excellent plant-based foods. 

Benefits:
They have long been associated with a reduced risk of many adverse health conditions, including obesity, diabetes, heart disease, complexion, body energy , body weight and overall mortality.

These are the following benefits of Chia seeds:
•    They help to manage weight loss
•    They help in treating diverticulosis
•    They help in managing cardiovascular disease and cholesterol
•    It also helps to manage diabetes
•    They help in digestion and detox

These seeds when used raw can be sprinkled on cereal, yogurt, oatmeal, or smoothies but when eaten cooked, added to baked goods like bread and muffins. In vegan baking, they can be a good substitute to eggs.

Is it safe for children to consume chia seeds?

It is always a safe option to check with your pediatrician first. Chia seeds can be mixed together in food for young children (3 years and older). Doubts  are usually raised on whether they can be given to infants, but once their digestion has improved and is ready to eat adult food chia seeds certainly can be given to children.

To avoid disease and achieve good health, it is advisable to eat a balanced diet with a variety of foods, rather than concentrating on individual foods.


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