Chia Herb Uses, Benefits, Cures, Side Effects, Nutrients

Chia is a Plant.
It is annual.
It grows up to One Meter.
Its leaves 4 to 8 cm long and 3 to 5 cm wide. Its flowers are purple or white.
It is cultivated for its seeds. Chia seeds are small ovals with a diameter of about 1 mm. They may be brown, grey, black, red or white.
White seeds are the best. Next in preference come black seeds. Red seeds are not good.

Chia is the common name. Salvia Hispanica, and Salvia columbariae, both verities are called Chia. It belongs to the mint family.

Seeds are what we want from the Chia plant. The seeds are rich in Omega 3 fatty acids and
a linolenic acid (ALA).

Note 1. Looks Chia Seeds and Basil Seeds look alike, but their medicinal properties are different. But they can both beat the heat.

Chia balances and stabilizes your blood sugar. It does so by slowing down the speed at which glucose is introduced into bloodstream. Good for Diabetics. Better for children with ADHD.
insulin sensitivity . Good for reducing belly fat.
Rich in Fibre . A good alternative to bran. It is Gluten free.
High Omega 3 .
High in Tryptophan .
Lowers Cholesterol .
Lowers Blood Pressure .
Lowers Blood Sugar after meals
Nutrients . Calcium, Magnesium, Manganese, Iron, Phosphorous, Folic Acid. Good for the Cardiovascular system. Better for Bone. Best for Stress.
Beat the Heat Diseases caused by excessive heat environments, or exposure to hot dry winds ( called Loo ) an be prevented by consuming Chia Seeds.
How to take it . Any way you like. It is tasteless. Just soak it in water for a few minutes and add to to any food.