Calories of chia seeds
The calories contained in chia seeds are 486 calories per 100 g of product.
Nutritional values of chia seeds
Chia seeds are foods rich in mineral salts, calcium in particular, but also iron, magnesium, potassium, selenium and zinc. They contain a good percentage of omega3 and omega6, a very high amount of vitamin C.
100 g of chia seeds contain:
- Fats 31 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Sodium 16 mg
- Potassium 407 mg
- Carbohydrates 42 g
- Dietary fiber 34 g
- Vitamin C 1.6 mg
- Calcium 631 mg
- Iron 7.7 mg
- Magnesium 335 mg
Furthermore, chia seeds are rich in natural antioxidants and amino acids.
Beneficial properties
Chia seeds are useful for the health of the body, thanks to their regulatory action on sugar, cholesterol and blood pressure. They boast numerous properties:
- are laxatives,
- purifying,
- absorb liquids,
- give a sense of satiety.
Finally, chia seeds are also useful for improving the functions of the nervous system, against infections, and to facilitate digestion.
