Are Chia Seeds good for you?

    Fiber

    Improves Digestion

    Known to help reduce inflammation in the gut and improve digestion.

    Fatty Acids

    Strengthens Vision and Brain Function

    Helps maintain good overall health, providing essential fatty acids that our body cannot produce itself.

    Calcium

    Makes Bones Stronger

    Helps build strong bones and teeth. Calcium also helps your muscles contract properly, and aids blood clotting.

    Iron

    Boosts Oxygen Circulation

    Helps in the creation of red blood cells, which carry oxygen around the body.

    Magnesium

    Boosts Energy Production

    Magnesium helps convert food into energy. Also helps promote good bone health by supporting the production of certain hormones.

    Phosphorus

    Keeps Organs Healthy

    Essential for good organ functionality, maintaining the nervious system, and strong bones.

    Zinc

    Fights Bacteria & Viruses

    Zinc also helps wounds heal properly, aids our sense of taste and smell, and ensures proper development during pregnancy.

    Thiamin (B1)

    Boosts Energy and Metabolism

    Thiamin helps break down and release energy from carbs. It's also beneficial for proper functioning of the nervous system, brain, muscles, heart, and digestive system.

    Niacin (B3)

    Helps Lower Cholesterol

    Niacin helps maintain general good health, and in high doses can help lower cholesterol.

    Nutrients

    Nutritional value in a tablespoon of Chia Seeds...
    (% RDA in 15g)

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    Absent Nutrients: Vitamin B12, Cholesterol

    Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) % shown for adult females, as published by the NHS (UK).

    Medical Research into eating Chia Seeds

    can help the effects of

    Type 2 Diabetes

    Reliability: Proven. [1]

    Lists Containing Chia Seeds

    Low Glycemic Index Foods

    Those with diabetes should aim to consume low-GI foods to avoid spikes in blood sugar levels. These Low-GI foods provide natural, slow-release energy.

    Best Foods to Improve Digestion

    Foods recommended by nutritionists to improve digestive health.

    Best Foods to Detox Your Body

    Best foods to cleanse your body of toxins.

    Best Foods for Endurance Athletes

    Good sources of slow-release energy to help performance in endurance sports.

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