The miraculous chia seeds
are a superfood nowadays. The flowering plant chia grows
in central and southern Mexico and Guatemala and since antiquity
was an integral part of the Aztec and Mayan diet in
Latin America. In the Mayan language the word chia means power that
proves the importance of the plant in their daily lives. The
The Aztecs cultivated chia because they considered the seeds so important
as well as corn and other necessary seeds
in their diet. Chia seeds are rich in omega 3 fatty acids (α-linoleic acid).
In particular, 60% of seeds contain omega-3, 15% omega-6, 5% omega-9 and 20% saturated fat. Another full teaspoon of chia seeds, which corresponds to the right amount of consumption contains about 3-5 g. fiber, 3 gr. protein, about 2 g omega-3 and 0.7 g omega 6 fatty acids. In recent years, therefore, several studies have been conducted on the nutritional value of miracle seeds and the benefits they offer to the body. It is noteworthy that this superfood has 15 times more magnesium than broccoli, 6 times more calcium than milk, 3 times more iron than spinach and 2 times more potassium than bananas. The benefits of chia seeds do not stop here as all the above properties help to improve good cholesterol (HDL) and reduce bad (LDL) resulting in regulating good heart function and promoting a good quality of life. Studies have shown that chia seeds work against inflammation and thus reduce the risk of heart disease, arthritis and certain types of cancer. It also reduces the symptoms of diabetes and stimulates the body thanks to the carbohydrates and omega-3 fats it contains, creating a feeling of fullness from food, helping to burn calories and consequently weight loss.

Ways of Use
You can include them
chia seeds in your breakfast, cereal or feta
of bread with tahini. Still, it is suitable for consumption in greens
salads.
Put a tablespoon of chia seeds in a glass of water and
leave it for an hour. Then drink the jelly that is created.