5 Amazing Benefits Of Chia Seeds Will Have You Growing Them

Chia Seeds and its benefits are a hot topic now. It has been making the rounds among the health-conscious and those who are into the organic lifestyle. These benefits of chia seeds will definitely have you including them now in your diet and perhaps in your gardening as well.

While the benefits of chia seeds cannot be denied, therefore, earning it the title of “superfood,” too much of anything can eventually become bad for you. So before you go obsessing over chia seed, it would be best to consult health experts first for allergies or adverse reactions you may have to any of the chia seed's content.

Not to be a spoilsport here but it's better to be safe than sorry, and chia seeds really are an amazing food with all these benefits with just the proper ingestion. They could make a great addition to your garden as well, with its dainty purple flowers.

5 Amazing Benefits Of Chia Seeds Will Have You Growing Them

Explore and exploit the benefits of Chia seeds. Find out the amazing benefits of chia seeds as you read through and you might just find yourself growing it in your garden soon.

 

1. Chia Seeds Are Nutritious

Don't be fooled by the size of these seeds. They may be tiny but they're packed with nutrients few foods are like it. An ounce of the seeds has a good amount of the nutrients recommended for your daily intake. It's got manganese, phosphorous, copper, selenium, iron, magnesium, and calcium. It also contains a fairly good amount of Zinc, Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Potassium, Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) and Vitamin B2.

 

2. Chia Seeds Are Versatile

Chia seeds don't really have a distinct flavor. Because of that, they can be eaten and prepared in a lot of different ways. They can be prepared either ground or whole, unlike most grain or seeds which have to be grind first into flour to use.

They can also be baked in bread and other baked goods to add texture. You can also mix them with a lot of dishes or use as toppings. To thicken soups and sauces, you can also add chia seeds or mix them with pudding or smoothies.

 

3. Chia Plants Repel Insects

One amazing fact about chia seeds is that they're easy to grow. In fact, chia seeds were first introduced to the US through  these clay figures called Chia Pets. These Chia Pets, when watered, will sprout in a few days giving a furry-like appearance to the figures.

Chia belongs to a flowering species of the mint family which bugs really hate. Aside from repelling insects, they can also get rid of pests like ants, cockroaches, hornets and wasps. With their attractive flowers, these amazing plant will make a good addition to your garden.

 

4. Chia Seeds Has Numerous Health Benefits

The Chumash tribe of the Californian coast believe that the chia seeds “can wake people from the dead“. This legend is probably attributed to the claims that chia roots can cure patients who appeared dead from suffering a stroke. Although such claims are still under research and study, chia seeds are known to be rich in omega-3 fatty acids which are good for the heart. It also has a high content of fiber that helps keep blood sugar in check, and antioxidants that fight cancer-causing free radicals.

 

5. Chia Seeds Boosts Energy

Chia Seeds Boosts Energy | 5 Amazing Benefits Of Chia Seeds Will Have You Growing Them
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Another legend surrounding the chia seeds is how they were used by warriors of Indian tribes in their time to sustain energy. And indeed the earliest records of chia's culinary uses date way back with the Indians. After hundreds of years, this tiny seed made its way to the giant world of sports and competition, gaining a reputation as an energy booster. Because the seeds are absorbent, they will expand and form a gelatinous texture when soaked in water. Through that action, the process of changing carbohydrates into sugar is slowed down, enabling your body to be fueled for a longer period of time.

 

This video from Solsurfing will give you more benefits of chia seeds info and how to grow:  

Chia seeds may be one of those branded as “superfoods” which could actually deserve that. But do not get hooked on the trend to spend big bucks away and try to grow your own. Nothing could be more organic than the ones you've grown yourself.

Find out more about organic living and gardening here.

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  1. I have some chia seeds that are approx 5 years old. As they don’t gel up when placed in water, does that mean they’re KAPUT? Or do they still have a USEFUL PURPOSE? If YES what & HOW? Thanks.

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