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Chia seeds are known as a food rich in fiber, protein, and healthy fats with low calories. You can incorporate chia seeds into your weight loss regimen in many different ways, such as adding them to drinks and sprinkling them on cakes, salads, and smoothies.

Despite being small, chia seeds are rich in nutrients that are not only good for overall health but also support effective weight loss. Let’s explore some ways to use chia seeds for weight loss.

Chia seed smoothie

Chia seeds promote digestion, create a feeling of fullness, and control calorie intake, thereby helping with effective weight loss. You can make a chia seed smoothie using the following recipe.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 1 banana (peeled)
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
• 1 cup soy milk or low-fat milk

Instructions:

• Soak chia seeds in water for about 1 hour before cooking.
• Put all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
• Pour into a glass and enjoy.

Chia seed pudding

Depending on your preferences, you can combine different ingredients to suit your taste.

Ingredients:

• 4 tablespoons chia seeds
• 1 cup low-fat milk or almond milk
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons pure honey
• Your favorite fruits (diced).

Instructions:

• Soak chia seeds in water for about 1 hour before cooking. Mix the mixture of milk, vanilla, and honey. Add chia seeds to the mixture and stir well.
• Pour the mixture into a glass container, refrigerate for at least 4 hours (until it forms a pudding-like texture), and then serve.

Chia seed iced tea

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 1 teaspoon green tea leaves
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• ½ teaspoon sugar
• 1 cup water
• Sliced lime and ice cubes

Instructions:

• Soak chia seeds in water for about 1 hour before cooking. Boil water and let it cool for about 2 minutes.
• Add green tea to the water, steep the tea for about 5 minutes. Strain the tea into a glass, let it cool and refrigerate for 15 minutes. Add all the ingredients to the tea and enjoy.

Chia seed salad

Chia seeds and various greens provide fiber, vitamins, and many important nutrients, not only helping with weight loss but also improving overall health.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• ½ green bell pepper
• ½ red bell pepper
• 1 bunch curly kale/green cabbage/kale
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• Seasonings including 1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and salt.

• Soak chia seeds in water for about 1 hour before cooking. Mix all the ingredients and season to taste with the appropriate amount of salt. You can replace it with your favorite vegetables.

You have to soak chia seeds before cooking. When soaked in water, chia seeds expand and form a gel-like membrane, so use them in appropriate amounts to avoid bloating.