Chia Seeds

lil_lawyer3

Hi everyone! So I've been on this website for a while now without much results ( I know its my diet). I have recently been introduced to Chia Seeds. Its only the first day I've tried it, but I still don't know all that mush about them. Has anyone else used these for weight loss and general health? Are they really as helpful as everyone is claiming?

helenarriaza

Health wise, they seem to have plenty of benefits. Not as a complete thing to eat, but to complement your meal.

They have been used for ages in my country, specially stirred on some chilled lemonade or yogurt

urloved33

I never used them but I researched them and it was noted they can be very dangerous...even cut off your airwaves. Again I never used them but I researched them and decided to simply stop putting extra food in my mouth was a better avenue for weight loss for me.

Marcia661

I use them in my Overnight Oats and Smoothies.....makes a nice pudding like consistency and adds some extra Omega 3 into your mix. Negligible calories so it's all good

MamaJ1974

urloved33 wrote: »

I never used them but I researched them and it was noted they can be very dangerous...even cut off your airwaves.

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AmazonMayan

They aren't magical and you should make sure they have soaked in whatever liquid you choose before eating them. The calories can add up fast so weigh them just like all your other food. It's still going to be calories in vs calories out no matter what you decide to eat.

I love making chia pudding.

WeddedBliss1992

my aunt LOVES them and eats them every day in some form, such as on oatmeal, in a smoothie, etc. she is near 70 years old and has the most beautiful skin.

SandyCoils

All I'm going to say is to be careful with them. I have a friend who used to be on the chia seed kick for a while back about 2 years ago. It didn't give her the "magical" results she thought she would get, so she increased her portions. Well, she ended up calling in to work one day because she couldn't leave her bathroom!!!!!! Talk about a "clense"! Those chia seeds had her going and she said she could not control it.

dirtyflirty30

MamaJ1974 wrote: »

urloved33 wrote: »

I never used them but I researched them and it was noted they can be very dangerous...even cut off your airwaves.

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I totally hate it when my radio gets cut off, too.

Halbared

Chia seeds are an excellent source of fibre. I take them for that purpose.

PrizePopple

I've been eating chia seeds lately. I use 2 cups of almond milk (Blue Diamond Hint of Honey is real good), 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, 1/3 cup maple syrup, and 6 tablespoons of chia seeds. It makes 4 servings, and I consume 2 per day giving me 20g of fiber and 10g of protein. I'm on a higher fiber diet because of recent colon surgery, and psyllium husk hasn't been cutting it. The chia seeds have been wonderful though.

T1DCarnivoreRunner

I've tried them and they didn't do much for me beyond a very slight improvement in hydration. Just keep in mind that they have calories, so log them if you eat them. I have part of a bag that I just can't bring myself to throw away (I hate throwing away food, which I know is not helpful for weight loss). Occasionally I'll put some in with water or juice, but it basically triples the calorie content of a glass of juice when I do that.

jbee27

First of all...they are just a food. They are not any magical element that will cause you to lose weight.

They are a seed, just like pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, etc. They are a good source of fiber, which in turn can help you feel satiated.

I enjoy adding them to yogurt, overnight oats, or smoothies. I have also read about long distance runners who soak them in water and consume for extra hydration.

mkakids

Personally, I don't think they are worth the calories.

UtahWI

I am missing a significant chunk of my gut and chia seeds in oatmeal really help to normalize my life. I tried them in overnight oats as well and while they did just what they are supposed to, I can't get into overnight oats as a cold thing.
I have also put them in smoothies with the same positive effects on my gut. I can't say as though they have done anything for weight loss, but they help me feel normal.

I have never had them cut off my breathing or my radio. :-/ LOL!

spoonyspork

They have a pretty good nutritional profile and are fun to 'eat' (I drink them). Soaking them in a bit of juice ends up with something pretty similar to boba tea with fewer calories and sugar.

They're not magic or 'for weight loss' or anything, but they're good!

jgnatca

For portions, I'd take no more than a tablespoon at a sitting because they are so calorie dense. They are an amazing soluble fiber. I say soak them first; I like mine soaked in yogurt in my overnight oats.

AngryViking1970

They kind of gross me out the way they get all gelatinous and booger-esque.

lil_lawyer3

Thanks everyone. I'm going to try mixing it in some food.

jigglyjessica

Whatever you do, do not eat too much of them at one time

atypicalsmith

I heard that when you eat chia seeds, baby chias will grow in your stomach.

isulo_kura

urloved33 wrote: »

I never used them but I researched them and it was noted they can be very dangerous...even cut off your airwaves.

Never believe everything you read on the internet

Whittedo

I eat a tablespoon every day, but I hate the way they get caught between my teeth.

xcalygrl

They aren't magic seeds. Weight loss will still come down to eating fewer calories than you need so you are in a calorie deficit.

I do eat them everyday though. I make a chia pudding as a side to my scrambled eggs breakfast. They give me a nice dose of fiber to help me reach my fiber goal each day. They are pretty calorie dense for what you get though, so you have to be very mindful of how much you eat.

girlviernes

I like them because I like fat and fiber in my diet, and chia seeds provides those things. They are high in calories, and you should expect with something that is a source of fat. But to me, that's a good thing.

Sweet_Heresy

atypicalsmith wrote: »

I heard that when you eat chia seeds, baby chias will grow in your stomach.

Chia pets are friends, not food.

JessieLMay

TEy are really not that high in calories, people. I think they're great.

EMTFreakGirl

I do a cup of SO No Sugar Added Vanilla Coconut Milk, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a coffee scoop of seeds (2tbsp) divided into two small jam jars...soak overnight and have a yummy breakfast pudding. Tastes similar to rice pudding or tapioca. Sometimes I put a sprinkle of my homemade (diet friendly) cocoa mix in for chocolate pudding. I love them. My only problem with them is that they are really only available in bulk in my area's health food store which equates to VERY expensive. I have seen them in small packages in the "common" grocers but the packages are usually "dusty" and that leaves me questioning freshness.

JessieLMay

JessieLMay wrote: »

TEy are really not that high in calories, people. I think they're great.

Chia shots is what I get. Only 77 calories for 2 shots. That's quite a bit of seeds. I don't consider that high in calories at all.

Christine_72

Whittedo wrote: »

I eat a tablespoon every day, but I hate the way they get caught between my teeth.

Haha so true. It's amazing how many seeds land in the sink when you brush your teeth after having chia seeds, I make sure i don't smile after having them until i brush my teeth!! :laugh:

mkakids

JessieLMay wrote: »

TEy are really not that high in calories, people. I think they're great.

14gram serving is 70 calories. I find that fairly high, esp. since they don't add any flavor.