Nowadays considered as a superfood, chia seeds have become one of the most popular and recommended by specialists. There are many benefits that they have, among which we highlight that they help to lose weight. But let’s not get ahead of ourselves, because in what follows we are going to tell you what chia seeds are for.
What are chia seeds good for?
On the one hand, they are ideal for losing weight because they help avoid cravings. This is because they help to achieve a good feeling of satiety and that is why they are recommended to be added to breakfast each day.
They are especially good for people who do sports, because they favor the hydration of the body. Along the same lines, it should be noted that they are a source of omega 3 fatty acids, which is highly beneficial for the central nervous system, cells and organs.
Due to its high potassium content, chia seeds are used to stay active during the day, since it provides good energy to the body. Here again lies the importance of incorporating them at breakfast.
Finally, it is its fiber content, plus its control over cravings, that chia seeds are ideal for losing weight.
Dr. Samantha Robson ( CRN: 0510146-5) is a nutritionist and website content reviewer related to her area of expertise. With a postgraduate degree in Nutrition from The University of Arizona, she is a specialist in Sports Nutrition from Oxford University and is also a member of the International Society of Sports Nutrition.
