It is very beneficial for everyone from children to the elderly, but do you know the Hindi name of chia seeds?

Obnews Desk: It is impossible to ignore chia seeds when it comes to healthy seeds. You must have heard about chia seeds somewhere. So let us know why it is so famous. Chia seeds contain many nutrients like protein, antioxidants and fiber. It is beneficial for every age. But very few of you would know its Hindi name.

Apart from this, calcium is also found in abundance in them. Chia seeds are also called super food. These seeds are being consumed since ancient times to improve health. Omega 3 fatty acids are found in chia seeds, which is a very important nutrient for health.

These are the benefits you get from consuming chia seeds

• The fiber present in chia seeds reduces bad cholesterol present in the body and improves heart health.
• Antioxidants are found in abundance in chia seeds, which are beneficial in preventing serious diseases like Alzheimer's and diabetes.
• Chia seeds also contain Omega 3 fatty acids which sharpens the brain and memory and is also very good for heart health.
• Chia seeds are also useful in reducing weight.
• Chia seeds are also beneficial for children. It helps in strengthening bones and as a brain booster.

How to consume chia seeds

• Chia seeds can be eaten by adding them to smoothies or they keep you from feeling hungry for a long time, thus preventing you from overeating.
• If you do not eat eggs or non-veg, you can use chia seeds in place of eggs in making cakes and breads.
• Chia seeds can also be eaten by adding them to salad.
• You can eat soaked chia seeds by adding them to your regular oatmeal.
• Chia seeds can also be used in making pakodas.
• After soaking chia seeds in water for 20 to 30 minutes, drinking this water alone or with honey, lemon juice or fruit juice is also beneficial.

Know the Hindi name of chia seeds

Chia seeds are known as Sabja in Hindi. Generally people also call it chia seeds in Hindi. It is known by different names in other Indian languages. In Telugu it is called Chia Ginjalu and in Kannada it is called Chia Beeja. Talking about its botanical name, it is known as Salvia hispanica.