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How to drink chia seeds to protect the heart, lower blood sugar, and lose weight quickly

Thu Hien (Source: EDH) September 12, 2024 15:01

Chia seeds are a popular seed in weight loss menus, but not everyone knows how to drink them to increase weight control effectiveness.

Chia seeds are popular with many people. Although small, they have great health benefits. These seeds are rich in fiber, help reduce constipation, lose weight, prevent allergies, and stimulate the brain.

Hạt chia rất được mọi người ưa chuộng (Nguồn Sohu)
Chia seeds are very popular. Source: Sohu

Nutritional value of chia seeds

Chia seeds contain a large amount of fiber. After absorbing water, the seeds can expand up to 10 times. These seeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for protecting the cardiovascular system.

In addition, chia seeds are also a complete protein, containing essential amino acids that the body cannot synthesize itself. It is also rich in minerals such as calcium, iron, zinc, magnesium, balanced antioxidants, beautifying the skin, improving immunity, preventing osteoporosis, and improving blood sugar levels.

How to drink chia seeds to help protect the heart, lower blood sugar, and lose weight

Japanese nutritionist and culinary expert Sachiko Horie shares that the golden ratio for soaking chia seeds in water is 1:6. Experts say that if chia seeds and water are soaked together in a ratio of 1:6, the most suitable viscosity will be achieved for eating.

The secret to soaking chia seeds is to soak them in cold water for about 10 minutes and wait until the chia seeds are less hard, then stir well. In addition to soaking them in water to drink, you can combine them with fresh milk to increase nutritional value.

Notes when eating chia seeds

- Do not consume more than 10g of chia seeds per day.

- Chia seeds should not be eaten in their dry state.

- Soaking chia seeds in hot water is better than cold water.

- People with low blood pressure, digestive disorders, and stroke should not use chia seeds./.

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