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Nutrition Benefits of Chia Seeds

According to the American Society for Nutrition, chia seeds provide insoluble fibre which helps keep you fuller longer and bulks up stool to prevent constipation. They also deliver healthy fats, protein, and cell-protecting antioxidants. Chia seeds are a good source of minerals, such as:

calcium
iron
zinc
copper
manganese
niacin
magnesium

Chia seeds may help control blood sugar. A randomised controlled trial published in Diabetes Ca-redetermined that adding chia seeds to normal type 2 diabetes treatments improves cardiovascular disease risk and helps maintain good glucose and lipid control.

No negative side effects were reported.

According to Dr. Andrew Weill on his website, chia seeds have more omega-3 fatty acids than flax seeds. Omega-3 fatty acids may reduce your risk of coronary artery disease and improve cholesterol levels. Unlike flax seeds, chia seeds are rich in antioxidants and have a longer shelf life.