Well, it's not for nothing that these tiny black pearls have emerged as a superfood in the fast-advancing world of today. but chia seed is no magic bullet to induce weight loss. no doubt, chia seeds are a super nutritious food - aka superfood - but their role as weight loss agents is debatable. there are not too many studies or research papers to validate the claims that chia seeds for weight loss work. if you are starting on a chia seed diet to lose fat and weight, think again. chia wont do you the favors of fat loss.
They are rich in protein, fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and minerals.
half of the world's population singing chia seed weight loss songs does not even know how to eat these black pearls.
there's a right and wrong way to do so!
what's that?let's see
How to activate chia seeds?
When you mix chia seeds in water, these tiny pearls will stick and absorb liquid , but there's a way to activate these seeds first. throwing them in a glass full of water could leave many of these black seeds raw despite being in water. they need to be activated first in order to swell in size. unless you activate them by mixing 1 tbsp of chia seeds with 3 tbsp of water first, you wont get the benefits. after mixing these proportions, wait for a few minutes for the seeds to become blob-like. they will stick to each other. now you must add 3 tbsp more water and stit these black pearls again. wait for 10 minutes more. bus ji ho gaya. now you can mix the gel-like substance in a glass full of water. stir well so that all of the seeds get soaked . you may want to let them soak in water for at least 30 minutes or 5-6 hours to derive their maximum benefits. i always prefer the longer soaking time.
what if you don't soak chia seeds in water?
well, in that case, chia seeds will absorb water in your GI tract. OMG!!! Remember how they looked when we stirred 1 tbsp in 3 tbsp of water? as a result, you run the risk of an intestinal/GI tract blockage. this is dangerous folks!!!
How Much Chia Seed Should Be Eaten?
When should you eat chia seeds?well, research reveals that chia seeds are better absorbed as part of the meal. they have viscous fibers that provide maximum benefit when consumed with food. eating them as part of a large meal really helps unlock the immense chia seeds potential and benefits.
Do chia seeds need to be ground to absorb nutrients?
Can I take chia seeds after meal?
Can you take chia seeds if you have high blood pressure?
Are chia seeds better soaked or dry?
Do chia seeds cause inflammation?
Fat Loss
studies show "reduction in the thickness of visceral adipose tissue was observed in rats consuming chia seeds." Weight loss and loss of waist circumference have been notable changes observed in subjects.
Besides, chia seeds are believed to help with the reduction of intrahepatic fat in people suffering from no-fatty liver alcoholic disease.
Another research study finds that chia seed oil does not induce weight loss but it has other health benefits.
Heart-protective
Subjects on a diet containing chia seeds, also known as S. hispanica, benefit from lower blood levels of triglycerides, total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein, and very-low-density lipoprotein. The same subjects show improved HDL levels.
Lowers postprandial glycemia
Chia seeds are known to reduce postprandial glycemia in subjects. what is PG? it means high blood sugar levels after meal, which can lead to serious health problems. It calculates how your body responds to sugar and starch post-meal.
Research finds
How do you lower postprandial glycemia?
A meal rich in fat and carbohydrate slows gastric emptying. As a result, there is a slow release of glucose into the blood, which lowers GI.
On the other hand, combining protein with carbohydrate reduces postprandial glycemia.
How to eat chia seeds?
Chia seeds are best used raw in water.
Research finds that heating chia seeds for a longer period of time might raise the risk of acrylamide formation along with other chemicals.
The chia seeds study quotes," Results indicate that the use of chia seeds as ingredients in new cereal-based formulations would improve the nutritional profile but also increase the occurrence of chemical process contaminants."
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