Haldwani. With today’s lifestyle, people get obesity for free. After working all day sitting on a chair in the office, people often go to parties where they eat oily and junk food. In such a situation, gaining obesity is not a big deal. Obesity also brings many diseases with it. In such a situation, you can include chia seeds in your diet. By consuming it daily, people can reduce obesity. Also, it proves helpful in giving not one but many benefits to health.
According to senior Ayurvedic physician Dr. Vinay Khullar, consuming them daily can have benefits ranging from improving metabolism to preventing inflammation. Chia seeds are a powerhouse of nutrients. Omega-3 fatty acids, protein, dietary fiber, calcium and anti-oxidants are found in good quantities in them. Know here how starting your morning with chia seeds affects the body.
reduce weight
According to Dr. Vinay Khullar, chia seeds contain a high amount of soluble fiber. When you add chia seeds to water and drink it, weight loss starts. Drinking chia seeds mixed in water makes the stomach feel full for a long time, which prevents you from eating too often. This slows down the absorption of food, thus you consume fewer calories. In this way, it helps in weight loss.
Keeps digestion healthy
Chia seeds are rich in fiber. If you consume chia seeds water on an empty stomach in the morning, it strengthens your digestive system. It also makes bowel movement easier. Soak chia seeds in a glass of water every night and drink this water in the morning. If you want to lose weight, healthy digestion is the first necessary condition.
The right way to eat
Dr. Vinay told that chia seeds should not be eaten raw. Because raw consumption of chia seeds can cause digestive problems. Instead of eating raw chia seeds, you can soak chia seeds in water for half to one minute. Then it can be consumed.
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FIRST PUBLISHED : May 30, 2024, 11:42 IST
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