Both chia seeds and flax seeds provide similar nutritional benefits. A 1 oz. serving of each offers comparable amounts of protein, fiber, antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for brain and heart health. Substituting flax seeds for chia seeds will supply the body with nutritional sustenance, as chia seeds contain more calcium and phosphorus than flax seeds.
Step 1
Incorporate iron into the mix, as chia seeds contain no iron, while a 1 oz. serving of flax seeds contains 9 percent of the recommended daily allowance for iron. The Linus Pauling Institute states that prune juice, raisin bran cereal and firm tofu contain iron.
Step 2
Consider the texture of the food you wish to ingest prior to adding the chia seeds, as they form a gel-like substance when wet. The slow release of the gel into the bloodstream helps to moderate blood-glucose levels, but it may not be the texture you desire in fruit juice. Rather, you may find the gel-like substance more bearable in oatmeal or soup.
Step 3
Ingest the chia seeds whole. Unlike flax seeds, they do not need to be ground prior to consumption.
Step 4
Sprinkle the chia seeds onto the foods of your choice, such as yogurt, cereal or fruit smoothies for an added boost of protein and fiber. You may use chia seeds on the same food products you previously ate with flax seeds, keeping the gel-like texture in mind.
Things You'll Need
- Chia seeds
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