{"product_id":"chia-seeds","title":"Chia Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3\" style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-4 whitespace-pre-wrap\" style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\" style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex w-[calc(100%-50px)] flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3 lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)]\" style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3\" style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-4 whitespace-pre-wrap\" style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\" style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003eChia seeds are small, oval-shaped seeds that are native to Mexico and Guatemala. They are often referred to as \"superfoods\" due to their high nutritional value. Chia seeds are rich in fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids, as well as various vitamins and minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and zinc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003eSome of the potential health benefits of chia seeds include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003eImproved digestive health: Chia seeds are high in fiber, which can help to promote regular bowel movements and reduce the risk of constipation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003eReduced inflammation: Chia seeds contain antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids, which can help reduce inflammation in the body and improve symptoms of conditions such as arthritis and heart disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003eWeight loss: Chia seeds can absorb a large amount of water, which can help to promote feelings of fullness and reduce appetite.  This can lead to weight loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003eImproved heart health: Chia seeds contain omega-3 fatty acids, which can help reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003eImproved bone health: Chia seeds are a good source of calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus, which are all important for maintaining healthy bones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003eChia seeds can be consumed in a variety of ways, such as added to smoothies, sprinkled on top of yogurt or oatmeal, or used as an egg substitute in vegan baking. It is important to note that while chia seeds are generally considered safe, they can interact with certain medications and may cause digestive issues in some people if consumed in large amounts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #252525;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChia Egg!\u003c\/strong\u003e Mixed with water, they can replace egg in vegan cooking.  It’s simple – just 1 table spoon of chia seeds + 2.5 table spoon water = a chia egg! easy pz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor nutrient availability, chia seeds should be \u003cstrong\u003eactivated \u003c\/strong\u003ebefore eating (soak them for a few minutes so they become soft, which allows your body to absorb them properly)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Alchemy Hub (Celium)","offers":[{"title":"250g Bulk Pack","offer_id":47542364045529,"sku":"AH-CHIA-SEED-250G-PACK","price":90.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg Pack","offer_id":48747740004569,"sku":"AH-CHIA-SEED-1000G-PACK","price":90.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2316\/0147\/files\/chia_24dc7cdb-335b-46e9-b3e9-3ede96632608.jpg?v=1744267858","url":"https:\/\/cosmicbazaar.co.uk\/products\/chia-seeds","provider":"Cosmic Bazaar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}