Chia seeds: a great ally for your bikini operation

Incredible contribution of nutrients and very few calories

Per 28 grams (approximately two tablespoons), they contain: 11 grams of fiber, 4 grams of protein, 9 grams of fat (5 of which are omega-3), 18% of the recommended daily amount of calcium, 30% of manganese, 30% of magnesium, and 27% of phosphorus. And only 127 calories.

Most of its carbohydrates are fiber

Fiber is not digested and does not raise blood sugar, so insulin is not required to process it. Organic chia seeds They absorb up to 12 times their weight in water, forming a gel that cleanses the intestinal walls, and therefore fights against bloating and constipation. In addition, fiber fills us up, keeps us full longer, and “feeds” the intestinal flora.

Photo and recipe: Delicias Kitchen

They are rich in protein

Per 28-gram serving, they contain 14% protein, making them a very good source of plant-based protein.

They contain 18 of the 22 amino acids that make up proteins, and the 9 essential amino acids (those that the body cannot synthesize by itself and we must take through the diet). 9 essential amino acids They are: histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan and valine.

They are easy to incorporate into your diet

You can prepare organic chia seed water in the following way:

• Dilute the juice of half a lemon or half a lime and a tablespoon of chia seeds in a large glass of water (optional: add stevia if you need to sweeten it). Let the mixture refrigerate for an hour, and you'll have a drink that's perfect for filling up between meals and preventing unhealthy snacks.
• You can add them to salads and smoothies, and they will significantly increase their nutritional value while providing very few calories.
• Or go for the traditional Chia Pudding, but now in summer you can freeze it in popsicle molds and enjoy it like ice cream. They're delicious!