Experts praise chia seeds but say you need to eat them a certain way Chia, a superfood once adored by the Aztecs and Mayans for its health and energy-boosting properties, has made a triumphant return to modern diets due to its nutritional richness.
The soluble fibre in chia seeds absorbs water and forms a gel-like substance when mixed with liquids, aiding food's journey through the digestive tract, preventing constipation, and promoting the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.
The soluble fibre found in chia seeds acts as a natural lubricant, softening stools and preventing constipation, a common issue for those on low-fibre diets.
These minuscule seeds, which hail from the ancient civilisations of Mesoamerica, were a dietary staple for the Mayans and Aztecs, providing vital proteins, fibre, and energy for daily life.
Chia seeds are particularly good for gut health, thanks to their exceptionally high fibre content.
