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Nutrition & Diet
Question #22220
31 days ago
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is chia seeds and sabja same - #22220

Raghav

I am super confused about these little seeds I keep hearing about! I’ve been trying to eat healthier, and I stumbled upon chia seeds and sabja. But like, are they the same thing?? I mean, I thought they were different, but I read something that said they’re interchangeable. My friend swears by chia seeds for her smoothies, and I bought some sabja seeds to sprinkle on my yogurt because I thought they were packed with benefits too. They look kinda similar, but after trying them, I’m not sure if I’m getting the same stuff. I thought sabja had a different taste and texture than chia seeds, right? But then again, sometimes people mix them up, saying sabja is just the Indian name for chia seeds! I really wanna know, is chia seeds and sabja same or are they totally different in terms of nutrients? Can using one over the other impact my diet in any way? My head’s spinning trying to figure this out! Please help me out!

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Chia seeds and sabja seeds are not the same, though they often get mixed up due to some similarities. Chia seeds come from the plant Salvia hispanica, while sabja seeds, also referred to as basil seeds or tukmaria, originate from Ocimum basilicum, the sweet basil plant. Despite their appearance and the fact that both swell when soaked, they differ in nutritional content and culinary use. Chia seeds have a neutral flavor and are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, protein, and a number of vitamins and minerals. They also absorb more liquid, making them great for things like pudding or as a thickener in smoothies. Sabja seeds, on the other hand, have lower omega-3 content but are still high in fiber. They tend to gel quicker than chia and add a mild aroma, which is why they’re often used in drinks like falooda. Nutritionally speaking, they both can be beneficial, yet depending on your specific nutritional goals—like if you’re aiming to increase omega-3 intake or fiber—you might prefer one over the other. While their health benefits overlap, like aiding digestion due to fiber content, choosing one might impact specific dietary needs, such as incorporating more omega-3s for heart health with chia seeds. Make sure to consume them properly as both seeds expand with liquid. Beyond that, swapping one for the other in your diet won’t drastically alter your nutrient profile, unless you are targeting specific dietary needs.

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