Soak Chia Seeds to Supercharge Metabolism, Weight Loss, and Inflammation Fighting Like Never Before!

Currently taking the world of healthy foods by storm, chia seeds are one of the newest super foods. Packed full of vital nutrients, and carrying many health benefits, these seeds are a great addition to any healthy diet!

Tiny, flat, oval-shaped seeds, the chia seeds were believed to have been a staple food for the ancient Mayans and Aztecs. The seeds come from a flowering plant called Salvia hispanica L, which is a member of the mint family. They can be found in white, black or dark brown varieties. Legends tell of the Aztecs and Mayans using the chia seeds as a source of energy.

There may be some truth to the legends! With a rather large list of health benefits and nutritional values, the reasons to add chia seeds to your diet will leave you wondering why you waited this long!

23 Benefits of Chia Seeds

As outlined in the video, the benefits of consuming chia seeds include:

1. Great source of Fiber!
2. Vegan & Vegetarian Friendly
3. Aid in Weight Loss
4. High in Antioxidants
5. Can be used for ‘Breading’
6. They are Organic, Raw & Non-GMO
7. Support Healthy Bones
8. One of the Top Sources of Omega 3 Fatty Acids
9. Excellent source of Plant Protein
10. Beneficial for your Digestive System
11. Work to Detoxify the Body
12. They’re a Natural Beauty Food
13. Seed Up Your Drink
14. They Have a Long Shelf Life
15. Enhance Your Mood
16. Promote Heart Health & Fight Diabetes
17. Suitable for a Low Carb Diet
18. Abundant in Phosphorus
19. Make Great Dessert
20. Reduce your Risk of Colon Cancer
21. They Contain Manganese
22. Add Them to Your Greens
23. Combat Belly Fat

With so many great reasons to consume chia seeds, the bigger question is how to add them to your daily meal plan!

From super easy, to incredible complex, there are far too many uses to share. The easiest is simply to add chia seeds to your water. When the seeds are soaked in water they create a gel like coating. This coating makes the seeds easy to swallow in your water (or other drink of choice). If you would prefer something with a little more flavor, add chia seeds to your favorite juice, or include it in your smoothies.

The seeds can be mixed into yogurt or oatmeal, make chia pudding, or sprinkle them on top of your salad. A quick search on the internet will turn up countless recipes, including them in jams, pizza, muffins, cookies and more!