1. Chia fills you up quickly and will keep you feeling full and satisfied for hours. This is due to it’s swelling nature. Chia swells up to 9 times its size when placed in any liquid and so it grows and this expanding quality gives you a full feeling without high calories.
2. Chia gives you energy. It is called the “runner’s seed” and is well known for giving strength, endurance and stamina to those who consume it.
3. Chia balances your blood sugar levels, making it great for diabetics and those with hyperglycemia.
4. High protein. Chia has all 9 essential amino acids in proper proportions as well as many non essential amino acids. It’s a muscle building superfood!
5. EFA’s. Chia has a similar essential fatty acid profile as flax seed, with an ideal ratio (3:2) of it’s omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids.
6. Fiber. Chia has a high fiber content which helps with elimination and is beneficial in that it sweeps the toxins out of your body. Chia contains both soluble and insoluble fiber. The interior of the seed is coated with soluble fibers which gel, making you feel full, and is beneficial in keeping the colon hydrated. The exterior is protected with insoluble fiber, which does not contribute calories or break down, but aids the movement of food and keeps the digestive process flowing smoothly.
7. Chia is high in antioxidants, which is unusual for most seeds, but chia has them!
8. High in nutrients. Not only is chia considered a complete protein, have an abundance of EFA’s, beneficial fiber but it also is packed with minerals and vitamins. It is a true nutritional superfood!
9. Brain power. Chia has a great combination of nutrients and EFA’s to make it great for your thinking, memory and focusing abilities. It will help to make you smart!
10. Weight loss. The combination of making you feel full quickly for hours and getting high levels of nutrition in addition to lots of fiber make it an amazing weight loss food.
Josephine’s Healthy Weight Loss Tip: Have the Chia Cereal with 1/2 cup of 1% milk or unsweetened almond milk at least 2x a week for dinner.
~Love to Live Healthy with Josephine Fitzpatrick
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