A woman has revealed how making one tiny change to her diet has resulted in a huge difference in her overall health.
Sharing her excitement on Threads, mum Chloe Tavera wrote: “I’ve been Drinking chia seeds for a week and a few days and I’m loving the benefits.”
Chia seeds may be small, but they are mighty when it comes to their nutritional value. These minuscule marvels are bursting with fibre, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and an array of micronutrients making them an excellent addition to smoothies and porridge.
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Historical records dating back to 3500 BC highlight that chia seeds were consumed by humans, demonstrating that our ancestors knew something about their range of health benefits. Moreover, these seeds can now be purchased from local supermarkets at very affordable prices, starting from as little as 70p per 100g.
Users following Chloe’s post were intrigued to learn more about the effects she experienced. She disclosed: “[I feel] Less bloated and more full. I’ve been mixing them with my matcha that I make at home and it’s delicious.”
Additionally, Chloe explained that her initial method involved stirring two teaspoons of chia seeds into water before she started adding them to her homemade matcha.
The mother also shared that the seeds helped her feel satiated for longer periods, reducing her urge to snack. Responding to a follower’s query, she penned: “So far over the week I’ve noticed I’ve been more full after drinking it so I’ve been able to eat less and I’ve felt way less bloated. I am going to continue to drink it to see what other benefits I notice!”.
Her post was met with enthusiasm as others chimed in with their own recipes. One user responded: “I love the feeling of fullness too! I mix six tablespoons of them in my blender with a banana, frozen blueberries, two dates, and a bottle of water. It makes four parfaits.”