Incorrect combination can harm the digestive system
Chia seeds have long been considered a "superfood" thanks to being rich in fiber, omega-3 and minerals. However, according to Morgan Pearson's article, improper combination of chia seeds with some foods can cause discomfort to the digestive system, especially in people who have just increased fiber in their diet.
One of the common mistakes is eating dried chia seeds with granola cereal. Due to their strong water absorption ability, chia seeds can expand in the stomach, combined with dry food, causing slow digestion, causing bloating or constipation if not drunk enough water.
Similarly, combining chia seeds with flaxseed, which is also rich in soluble fiber, can cause the digestive system to be "overloaded". Users may experience bloating, diarrhea or constipation if the body has not adapted.
According to Dr. Lisa R. Young - an American nutritionist, currently a lecturer at the University of New York and a nutrition consultant in New York, USA, "increasing fiber needs to be done gradually and always accompanied by enough water to avoid putting pressure on the digestive system.
5 foods to avoid combining with chia seeds
First, dry granola cereals easily cause water absorption in the intestines and slow down digestion.
Second, flaxseed, combined with two high sources of fiber, can cause bloating and digestive disorders.
Third, beans and lentils, both rich in fiber and easy to ferment, when eaten with chia seeds can increase gas in the intestines, causing bloating.
Fourth, cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, kale, cabbage, which are already easy to cause bloating, when combined with chia seeds will make the situation worse, especially when eaten raw.
Thursday, carbonated drinks, gas combined with soluble fiber in chia seeds can make you feel bloated and uncomfortable.
Experts recommend soaking chia seeds before eating, drinking enough water and gradually increasing the amount of fiber in the diet for the body to adapt better.
