Wondering How to Use Chia Seeds in Your Daily Life? Here are 8 Different Ways to Get All the Benefits of This Superfood Easily!

Health Benefits of Chia Seeds

If we look into the health benefits of Chia seeds the list is never ending but here we have listed some of the major benefits you can gain from eating them.


• Chia seeds are loaded with fiber therefore having them regularly can help your bowl related issues at bay. It helps in getting rid of bowel inflammation and irritability and keeps you happy.


• Chia seed is a superfood. Just a fist full of Chia seeds in your daily diet will keep you feeling full for a long time. You can soak it in water and take it, when it reaches your stomach it quenches your appetite and prevent you from eating junk food which results in weight loss. Taking 100 g for Chia seed has around 480 calories and 30g fat from which polyunsaturated fats make up to 23 g. So, if you want to lose weight start eating Chia seeds.


• Chia seeds are packed with antioxidant properties. Antioxidants help in slowing down the signs of aging and keep your skin looking healthy and young. It also keeps you hair shiny. Researches prove that taking Chia seeds regularly can help prevent certain kinds of cancer as well. So don't think twice before having a handful of Chia seeds in a day.


• If you are a vegetarian you need other sources to obtain enough protein for yourself. Chia seeds have a large amount of protein in it. You get 4 grams of protein in 2 tbs of Chia seeds. You can add it to your peanut butter sandwich or to your oats and get your daily required protein.


• Since Chia seeds are high in fiber, protein and omega 3s they help in reducing the risks of heart disease. They reduce your blood pressure and are good for people with hypertension.


• Omega 3s are very important and Chia seeds are one of the highest sources of plant based omega acid which is also known as Alpha Linolenic Acid. They are called the good fats and are good for your nervous system.

Pomegranate Chia Seed Juice

Ingredients

• 1 cup of lukewarm water
• 3 tbsp of Chia seeds
• 2 cups of 100% Pomegranate Juice

Method

• Take a cup of lukewarm water and stir in the Chia seeds.
• Let it sit for the night in your fridge or 3 to 4 hours would do as well.
• The chia you have added will turn gelatin like the next morning
• Take 2 cups of pomegranate juice and add Chia seeds in it
• Stir well and enjoy the goodness of pomegranate and benefits of Chia in it.

Vanilla-Orange Chia Pudding

Ingredients

• 1 cup homemade cashew milk, almond milk or light coconut milk
• ½ teaspoon orange zest, preferably from an organic orange
• ⅛ teaspoon vanilla extract, more to taste
• 3 tablespoons Chia seeds
• Recommended toppings: drizzle of honey or maple syrup, sliced bananas, fresh or defrosted berries or my berry Chia seed jam, shredded coconut, roasted chopped nuts

Method:

• Take a small jar or a bowl.
• Take milk, add in orange zest and vanilla extract in it.
• Add the Chia seeds in it and cover the bowl. Put it in the fridge for about 2 hours or overnight.
• If you see Chia forming clumps give it a stir and check if it has come into a pudding texture.
• Serve it the next morning with honey or maple syrup. You can add any toppings you like and use it for about 5 days.

Chia Fruit Jam

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh or frozen fruit of your choice
• 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon freshly-squeezed lemon juice
• 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (only if needed)

Method:

• Start by heating the fruit of your choice in a saucepan on medium high heat. Stir it till fruit breaks down and starts to bubble
• Mash the fruit with a spoon or a potato masher
• Add the Chia seeds and lemon juice to it and mix well.
• If you want it extra sweet you can add honey or sugar in it at this point
• Remove it from heat and let it cool. It will thicken as it cools off
• Serve immediately or keep it in an air tight container for about 1 week. You can freeze it for around 3 months as well.

Healthy Green Smoothie

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Chia seeds
• 1 frozen banana
• 1 handful spinach
• 2 tablespoons cacao powder
• 1 cup almond milk

Method:

• Take all the ingredients with ice if you like and run it in a blender for about 1 minute on high speed
• Add more water if you like and run again for 30 seconds and gulp it down.

Apple Banana Chia Seed Smoothie

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh apple chunks (from about 2 apples)
• 2 cups frozen banana chunks (from about 2 very ripe bananas)
• 1 cup low-fat plain yogurt
• 1 cup low-fat milk
• 1 tablespoon Chia seeds

Method:

• Take an apple and cut in chunks, take a frozen banana, milk and Chia seeds and run it in a blender
• Run it till it is smooth and blended well.
• Pour it in a glass
• Serve it immediately or put it in the fridge for later. You can keep these smoothies for a day in the fridge and enjoy

Vegetarian Garden Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 1 serving cooking spray
• ½ cup sugar snap peas
• ¼ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ½ cup dried fruit and nut mix, such as cranberries, almonds, and cashews
• ¼ cup chopped mushrooms
• ¼ cup bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• salt to taste
• 3 tablespoons egg whites
• 2 tablespoons shredded Cheddar cheese, or as desired

Method:

• Take a large skillet, spray some oil on it and heat it on medium low heat.
• Put in sugar snap peas, cherry tomatoes, fruit and nut mix, mushrooms, bell pepper and Chia seeds
• Stir fry it for 2 minutes and add cayenne, garlic, and salt
• Cook and stir again for 2 minutes.
• Now add the egg whites and mix till it is cooked but not crusty.
• Put it in a bowl and sprinkle with Cheddar cheese and let it melt.
• Serve it hot.

Chia-Crusted Chicken

Ingredients

• 6 (10oz)small chicken-breast tenders
• 2 tablespoons almond meal
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 4 tablespoons shredded unsweetened coconut
• 4 teaspoons olive oil
• 4 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 1/2 cups shredded brussels sprouts
• 1 1/2 cups shredded kale
• 1/2 cup sliced red onion

Method:

• Heat your oven to 400 degrees
• Take 6 small chicken breast tenders and coat it with 2 tbsp almond meal tossed with 1/2 tsp of salt and pepper.
• Take a bow and put in 2 eggs with 2 tsp of Dijon mustard.
• Take another bowl and add 2 tbsp Chia seeds with 4 tbsp of shredded unsweetened coconut
• Now dip each piece into this mixture remove and dip it in Chia seed mixture
• Bake the chicken for 10 to 15 minutes
• Take another bowl and put in 4 tsp olive oil, 4 tsp lemon juice, 1 tsp honey, ¼ tsp turmeric, ¼ tsp garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste and whisk well.
• Toss with 1½ cup each shredded brussels sprouts and shredded kale, and ½ cup sliced red onion.
• Serve with chicken, you have a perfectly healthy plate of chicken

FACE

• Take two tbsp of Chia seeds and add half cup of coconut oil and a tbsp of lemon juice to it.
• Mix well and apply it on your face and neck.
• Leave it on for 12 to 15 minutes. It will soon turn into a gel like layer then massage it on your face in circular motion for a couple of minutes.
• Wash it off with lukewarm water.
• Your face will be free of dead skin and will be hydrated and moisturized.

HAIR

• Take four tbsp of coconut oil and mix with half cup of honey and a tbs of Chia seeds and apple cider vinegar each.
• Heat it for 40 seconds or so and apply it on your hair.
• Leave it for 15 minutes and wash it off.
• You will see shiny and bouncy hair from the very first application.

Answering Common Questions You Many Have!

• Are Chia seeds same as Chia pets?
Yes, it is the same. They sprout into microgens which can be eaten with food or plain. They are a lot like alfalfa sprouts in texture and taste.


• How does Chia seeds taste?
If you eat them alone they may taste like poppy seeds. They are nice and crunchy. You can soak them in water and they absorb the liquid and become lumpy. They have it own sweetness something close to tapioca pearls


• Is over eating Chia seeds harmful?
No, if you end up eating a lot of it you may feel bloated or get mild diarrhoea.


• Can Chia seeds be allergic?
Not likely but then again you never know. If you are allergic to peanuts, sesame or mustard seeds you might want to avoid it.


• Is there a difference between the Black and White Chia seeds?
Both Black and White Chia are same in nutrition and flavor. The White seeds a little more costly than the Black once


• Are Chia seeds fortified with vitamins or pharmaceuticals?
No, they are 100% natural. They are themselves packed with all the nutrition needed and you can keep them in an airtight container for up to 3 years.


• Are they Gluten and cholesterol free?
Yes, you don't have to worry about toxic heavy metals that are found in fish or other grains. They are healthy throughout. They are Gluten free therefore eat all you like.


• Is it harmful for pets?
Not really. It will help build strong and shiny coat on your pet. If the pet ends up eating a whole lot of them they may feel thirsty so give them lots of water.