5 Reasons Why Chia Seeds Can Improve Your Health.
Chia seeds are one of my favorite superfoods to add to everything from smoothies, to muffins, to non-dairy yogurt for added protein and other health benefits.
Benefits
1. High in Omega 3 Fatty Acids
- Good for brain health
- Improves risk of heart disease
- Helps fight depression and anxiety
- Fights inflammation
- Helps fight age-related Alzheimer’s disease
2. Antioxidants
- Chlorogenic Acid: Helps slow the release of glucose
- Caffeic Acid: Beneficial for Cancer prevention and asthma
- Quercetin: Known for its anti-inflammatory properties
3. Plant-Based Protein
- For those on a plant-based diet, this can be a great way to up your protein intake.
4. Good Source of Minerals
- calcium, iron, zinc, copper, manganese, niacin, magnesium
5. Good Source of Minerals
- An excellent source of high fiber. 2 tablespoons of chia seeds provide 10 grams of fiber, amounting to one-third of the daily recommended fiber intake.
Chia Seed Pudding Recipe
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
1/4 cup of chia seeds
1 cup of almond, cashew, or coconut milk
2 tsp of coconut sugar
1 tbsp of cocoa powder
STEPS:
Put all ingredients into a glass bowl and stir. Cover and refrigerate overnight. I like to top it with granola, blueberries, or even a drizzle of almond butter!
