CHIA SEEDS

 Chia seeds are among the healthiest foods on the planet. They are loaded with nutrients that can have important benefits for the body and brain. Despite their ancient history as a dietary staple, only recently did chia seeds become recognised as a modern day superfood. In the past few years, they have exploded in popularity and are now consumed by health conscious people all over the world.

Some facts about Chia Seeds

• Chia seeds are tiny black seeds from the plant Salvia Hispanica, which is related to the mint.
• Nutrient rich Chia seeds are native to Mexico but are also grown in Australia. They are packed with omega-3 fatty acids, fibre, and calcium. They have an satisfying taste, crunch, and slightly nutty flavour. The ideal nutritious accompaniment to smoothies, breakfast cereals, salads, and stir-fries.
• It is a tiny seed which swells in water up to 12 times it original size making this a useful ingredient to thicken soups, and is commonly used in smoothies and sprinkles too.
• Despite their tiny size, chia seeds are among the most nutritious foods on the planet. They are loaded with fibre, protein, Omega-3 fatty acids and various micronutrients.
• Chia seeds are high in antioxidants that help to protect the delicate fats in the seeds. They also have various benefits for health.
• Almost all of the carbohydrates in chia seeds are fibre. This gives them the ability to absorb 10-12 times their weight in water. Fibre also has various beneficial effects on health.
• Chia seeds are high in quality protein, much higher than most plant foods. Protein is the most weight loss friendly macronutrient and can drastically reduce appetite and cravings.
• Chia seeds are high in calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and protein. All of these nutrients are essential for bone health.