Chia is a Spanish sage seed that can be eaten. Chia seeds contain a lot of vegetable protein and dietary fiber, as well as unsaturated fatty acids. In addition, the product contains a large amount of calcium and other trace elements.
How chia seeds work
A large amount of fiber in their composition helps to improve the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. In addition, chia can help regulate blood sugar levels. The seeds tend to swell, which gives a feeling of fullness for a while. Chia also makes delicious dietary desserts.
Important! Regularly including chia seeds in the diet, you must consume at least 1.5 liters of liquid per day
How to lose weight on chia seeds
During attacks of poorly controlled so-called "evening zhora", you can replace high-calorie foods with a cup of yogurt with the addition of one or two teaspoons of chia seeds and calmly forget about hunger for a couple of hours.
Contraindications
Do not combine chia seeds with anticoagulants and aspirin. Also, do not use them with a tendency to flatulence and bloating, and also with very low pressure.
Classic dessert with chia and berries
Ingredients:
- 200 ml of soy milk;
- 100 ml orange juice (freshly squeezed);
- zest of 1 orange;
- honey or maple syrup to taste
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- fresh berries or fruits.
Preparation:
Mix honey and orange juice with milk. Rinse the orange thoroughly and grate the zest from it, chop it additionally and add to the milk-honey mixture. Toss with chia seeds. Distribute the resulting mass in portioned vases, leave for 5 minutes, then mix again. Put the dessert in the refrigerator and keep it there until serving for several hours. Serve with berries or fruit pieces.
Dessert with chia and bananas
Ingredients:
- 100 g creamy yogurt;
- 100 g of milk;
- 20 g chia seeds;
- 20 g cocoa powder;
- 1 banana;
- honey to taste.
Preparation:
Combine milk, honey, yogur, cocoa and chia seeds. Put the resulting mass in the refrigerator for 3 hours. Remove and whisk lightly until fluffy. Divide the dessert into portioned bowls. Peel the banana and cut into round slices. Garnish the dessert and serve immediately, until the banana slices are browning.
