Benefits of Eating Chia Seeds

[Geri K]

A 1 ounce (28 grams) serving of chia seeds contains (1, 2):
Fiber: 11 grams.

• Protein: 4 grams.
• Fat: 9 grams (5 of which are Omega-3s).
• Calcium: 18% of the RDA.
• Manganese: 30% of the RDA.
• Magnesium: 30% of the RDA.
• Phosphorus: 27% of the RDA.
• They also contain a decent amount of Zinc, Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Potassium, Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) and Vitamin B2.

authoritynutrition.com/11-proven-health-benefits-of-chia-seeds/

 

[christine]

I have one tablespoon full of chia, flax, and hemp seeds mix with my oatmeal every morning. I guess it's helping. I really can't tell and it's been at least one month.