The tiny little chia seed packs a powerful health punch, so if you don’t already eat chia seeds you might want to start. In this video, Dr. Stephen Atkins, an integrative medicine specialist, discusses the benefits associated with chia seeds.
Chia seeds are the richest source of non marine omega 3 essential fatty acids. They help lower cholesterol, they help lower blood pressure, they help improve digestion by slowing down transit [UNKNOWN] in the digestive system. They're also a very high source of calcium and iron. Neat.
Stephen H. Atkins, PhD, has 28 years of experience in holistic medicine. He is owner of Atkins Wellness Solutions in Huntington, NY.
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