According to some sources, 80 percent of the people in India use Ayurveda alone or in combination with traditional Western medicine.
In 1970, the Indian Medical Central Council Act which aimed to measure the qualifications of staff in Ayurveda and provide accredited institutions for its study and research was passed by the Indian Parliament. In 1971, the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) was established under the Department of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy (AYUSH), the Department of Health and Family Welfare, to monitor higher education in Ayurveda in India. The Indian government supports research and teaching in Ayurveda through a variety of channels at national and state levels, and is assisting with the introduction of traditional medicine centers for study in major cities and towns. The government-funded Central Ayurvedic Sciences Council (CCRAS) is set up to conduct research on Ayurveda. Many clinics in urban and rural areas are run by qualified specialists in these centers. Since 2013, India has more than 180 training institutes that offer degrees in traditional Ayurvedic medicine.
In this artefact, we’ll particularly discuss about a magical Ayurvedic herb called Chia seeds.
What is Chia seeds??
Chia seeds are edible seeds of Salvia hispanica, a flowering plant of the mint family (Lamiaceae) native to central and southern Mexico, or to the related Salvia columbariae in the southwestern United States and Mexico. Chia seeds are oval in shape and gray with black and white spots, with a diameter of about 2 mm (0.08 in). The seeds are hydrophilic, absorbing 12 times their weight in the liquid when immersed and developing a colorful coat that gives chia-based foods and drinks a different gel texture.
Benefits of Chia seeds:-
Detoxifies blood – Chia seeds have the chemical compounds that are the best detoxifying agent of blood and also the whole body.
Gastritis – It was observed that the patients of gastritis were also effected positively by consuming Chia seeds.
Acne and pimples – All type of acnes or pimples can be healed by taking Chia seeds.
Skin diseases – Skin diseases of your body can all be healed by taking Chia seeds on a continuous basis.
Metabolism – The process of metabolism is also smoothened by consuming Chia seeds regularly.
Hairfall – Chia seeds contains chemicals that have the power to reduce your hair fall at an early age as well as at old age.
Kidney stone – Many people suffer from kidney stones due to various reasons. They can try Chia seeds; it will definitely help them out.
Rejuvenation – It also offers a long youthful life to you. Chia seeds rejuvenate your body and decrease the aging process of your body.
Memory enhancer – If you take Chia seeds property then you will also witness a memory boosts up of your mind. It enhances your memory.
Bone diseases – Chia seeds are also most effective in curing any type of bone diseases in your body.
Immunity booster – Almost all the Ayurvedic herbs are best source of boosting your immune system.
Adrenal gland – Chia seeds promote and smoothes the function of Adrenaline gland. Proper functioning of it also provides a better balance of whole body.
Migraine – Consuming Chia seeds regularly helps in curing migraine diseases. It provides a cool and calm mind all the time.
How to use Chia seeds:-
- Chia seeds can be used in making puddings. It is one of the most popular ways of using it. It can be prepared by mixing in milk or fruit juices and stirring constantly and then freezing it.
- You can also take Chia seeds with yogurt or oats.
- Chia seeds is also sprinkled in salads.
- Chia seeds can also be used in tonics, jams, crackers, muffins, and grain bowls.
- You can eat the seeds raw with warm water every morning while empty stomach. But the taste of it is not so good.
- It also enhances the taste of other cuisines or juices.
- You can consume Chia seeds 2 times per day if taking rawly. If you take with other supplements then in summer season you can have 3-4 times a day also.
Side effects and precautions: –
- Although safe for most people, chia seeds can pose a risk of choking. So be sure to use them carefully, especially if you have trouble swallowing.
- Some people are allergic to chia seeds and may have symptoms such as constipation, itching, chest pain and swelling after eating them.
- Some studies have found that increased ALA diet may be associated with an increased risk of prostate cancer, while others have found that ALA may be protective. More research is needed.
- Chia seeds can lower blood sugar and blood pressure. People receiving antiretroviral therapy or diabetes should measure their portion sizes to prevent contact.
Additional facts:-
Typically, chia seeds are small sharp ovals measuring 2.1 mm × 1.3 mm × 0.8 mm (0.08 in × 0.05 in × 0.03 in), with an average weight of 1.3 mg (0.020 gr) per seed. They have mottle colors in brown, gray, black and white. The seeds are hydrophilic, taking up to 12 times their liquid weight when immersed in water; they develop a mucilaginous covering that gives them a gel texture. Chia (or chian or chien) is more commonly identified as Salvia hispanica L. Other plants called “chia” include “gold chia” (Salvia columbariae). The seeds of Salvia columbariae are used for food.
In the 21st century, chia is grown and commercialized in Mexico and Guatemala, as well as in Bolivia, Argentina, Ecuador, Nicaragua, and Australia. New varieties of chia ownership have been developed in Kentucky for cultivation in the northern United States.
Above article was all about the benefits and other facts of consuming Chia seeds. As a humble request we recommend our readers to try Ayurveda supplements at least once and observe the difference. If you have any questions regarding Chia seeds or any other Ayurvedic herb, you are free to interact with us.
