Chia seeds are one of the
best plant-based sources of omega-3s, so start your day with a
tablespoon of chia seeds
Chia Seeds |
Breakfast
Chia seeds pack in an
impressive 11 grams of fiber in just two tablespoons, making it a fantastic
appetite suppressant and one of the best weight management foods. It lowering the
risk of heart disease and type II diabetes, meaning that tiny tablespoon of
chia seeds will help you live a longer, and healthier.
Snacks
Chia seeds is hydrophilic,
which is a fancy way of saying it soaks up water, Chia seeds expand to as much
as 10 times their size when in liquid, helping you feel full and reducing your
appetite. This process makes chia seeds fantastic pre-workout fuel because
they’ll help keep you hydrated and functioning at your best until you’ve logged
your last lap. As they’re digested and start breaking down, chia seeds release
all that water they soaked up. This way, they’re actually hydrating, even
though they’ve already been ingested. Reference: Carolyn Brown