How much do you know about these little powerhouse seeds??? A staple in the Aztec & Mayan diets, these seeds have been touted for their health benefits for centuries. They are considered a superfood! From the plant Salvia hispanica L. They are believed to be native to Central America.
These tiny seeds are highly nutritious. Just a single serving of these low carb seeds 2 tbs, only 2 tbs of these tiny seeds contain protein, fat, ALA, potassium, fiber, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, Vitamins B1 & B3, omega 3's. Micro-nutrients, polyphenols, maganese, selenium & copper.
They contain anti-oxidants, can help with digestive health, losing weight, can help with heart disease, reduce inflammation, promote kidney health, can help with blood pressure. The calcium, phosphorus & magnesium can help with bone health & can help reduce cholesterol.
You can sprinkle them on yogurt, oatmeal, puddings, smoothies, baked goods, cereal & rice dishes. They can absorb water & fat, so you can use them to thicken sauces & as a substitute for eggs, even make chia pudding with them.
IF there are any side effects, it could be minor digestive issue, if you aren't used to having that much fiber in your diet.