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Never heard of chia seeds before? They are high in antioxidants, fiber and Omega-3 fatty acids, making them a great supplement to your diet. In fact, they are the highest plant source of Omega-3 fats, which are important for your brain and heart health.

Essential fatty acids are also beneficial to your immune system and overall health. This plant was cultivated by the ancient Aztecs and considered a “power food.”

For those trying to lose weight in the New Year, their high fiber content can help by adding a feeling of fullness, possibly keeping you from overeating.

It slows down the digestion of carbohydrates which can help you avoid sugar spikes and the “roller coaster” energy levels that occur when you eat too many carbs.

I’d heard of them before and someone recently mentioned them to me, so I decided to give them a try. I mix them in with my protein drink and let them sit for a few minutes before drinking this mixture.

They have kind of a soft, gelatinous feel and don’t really taste like much of anything when consumed in this manner. They make you feel full and within a few hours you might be heading to the restroom, if you know what I mean.

If nothing else, this high fiber addition should add some healthy benefits, but you can’t overlook the high antioxidant content, either. One label I read stated that they contain more antioxidants than blueberries.

As I mentioned before, my New Year’s resolution is to eat better. I’ve got a pretty good handle on the exercise part, but this has always been a weakness of mine.

As I’ve added more fruits and vegetables into my diet, I’ve also added more fiber and healthy fat sources. Don’t be scared of consuming fat from a good source like chia seeds, fish, flaxseeds, olive oil, coconut oil, or avocadoes.

We need to take in fats, just try and concentrate on making them healthy choices, like those high in Omega-3’s.

Oh yeah, since I’ve cut out most of the processed sugar (high-fructose corn syrup) from my “diet” and made better choices, I’ve noticed I feel better and have better energy levels. Now if I can just get a little more sleep, everything will be great.

Get moving!

Brian

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