5 reasons to consume chia seeds

Nov 06, 2014

by 226ERS #FeedYourDreams

Chia seeds are a product that has been fashionable for a few years in the field of natural and sports nutrition for its high protein contribution.

Chia plant is grown mainly in Mexico, Guatemala and Bolivia, as it requires a climatropical or sub-tropical to develop. Its seeds form fundamental part From the daily diet of the best background corridors in the world, the rarámuris or tarahumaras, an indigenous Mexican tribe that lives in the copper ravines, Mexico, in an area of very difficult access. They are able to run for full days Without fainting. These Indians have participated in a multitude of ultra trails in which They have broken professional runners. Chia seeds are a Natural source of omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, proteins, vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber. This contribution allows its consumption to offer us the following benefits:

1. They contribute to better hydration

Chia seeds are hydrophilic, in a water absorption ratio between 10-12 times their weight.

2. They are an ideal energy complement

They contain double potassium that banana, double protein as any vegetables and triple iron than spinach.

3. They help regulate weight

They have a satiating effect, which is complemented with a great food fiber contribution to regulate your digestion.

4. They do not contain gluten

With what celiacs find an ideal food and background athletes prevent digestive problems in resistance tests.

5. They have more omega-3 fatty acids than salmon

These have a multitude of beneficial properties: anti -inflammatories, take care of cardiovascular health (reducing the amount of cholesterol), prevent the appearance of arthritis and suppose a reinforcement of the immune system.