They are an excellent source of fiber and antioxidants, calcium, proteins and omega 3 fatty acids of plant origin.
chia seeds deserve to be called a superfood since they are an excellent source of fiber and antioxidants, calcium, proteins and omega 3 (alpha-linolenic acid) ALA of vegetable origin.
They reduce cravings and make us feel full faster, because they absorb 10 times their weight in water, forming a voluminous gel that produces the sensation of satiety. When chia seeds are combined with liquid (such as water, milk, juice or yogurt), they form a gel due to the soluble fiber they contain, which helps us to feel full longer and also to delay the increase in sugar in the blood.
One of the latest discoveries in the bakery industry is the potential of chia seeds as an ingredient in bakery products. “The samples added with chia increase the content of proteins, lipids and dietary fiber of the final product,” by the researcher Monika Haros of the Institute of Agrochemistry and Food Technology (IATA-CSIC)