Come summer and the Indian households shall be seen
hoarding the tiny black marvel –basil or chia seeds or ‘sabja’, as it’s fondly
called in our homes. Sabja is an ingredient used in the Indian kitchens during
summer in refreshments such as falooda, sherbet etc. When the weather outside
is sweltering, sabja comes to our rescue as it provides a cooling effect to our
digestive system and helps relieve indigestion.
Even though they are underrated as a nutritious food
in India, these unsung heroes have found their mention in international lists
of healthiest foods.
Here’s why these little champs should be a part of
your daily diet:
Ward
off that extra weight
Studies have found that chia seeds aid in weight
loss as they reduce food cravings. They also make you feel full faster which
means no loading up on extra calories. This is because of an amino acid, tryptophan,
found in chia seeds, that also helps regulate appetite, sleep and improve mood.
OMG!
Omega-3!!!
Omega-3 fatty acids play a vital role in maintaining
brain health as wells as protecting against inflammation such as arthritis and also
help in preventing heart disease. It’s also credited for maintaining cell
membrane by protecting the skin and providing it with moisture. Chia seeds are
the richest plant source of Omega-3 and hence are a beauty food too.
The
Protein Punch
You’re a vegetarian and worried about your protein
intake? The superhero chia is your life-saviour as it’s one of the greatest
sources of protein. Even greater news is that they don’t have cholesterol.
Fab
Fibre
Fibre is crucial for one’s digestive health and chia
seeds are full of fibre as only a 28-gram serving of these seeds contain 11
gram of dietary fibre which equals to one third of the recommended daily intake
for adults.
Brawny
Bones and Tougher Teeth
Chia seeds are loaded with calcium which in turn
helps in maintaining bone and oral health and preventing osteoporosis.
Do
away with Diabetes
Few researches have indicated that chia seeds slow
down digestion and can control blood sugar. This makes it a potential natural
treatment for diabetics.
So what are you waiting for? Stock up on these
little wonders and improve your health and change your life!
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