Explaining the difference between these two in simplified way so that you will know what to choose😃
Appearance:
Sabja (also known as basil seeds)- black in color and round in appearance.
Chia- grey, white, black in color, oval in shape and slightly bigger than Sabja seeds.
Absorption:
Sabja- swell up instantly after soaking in water. Sabja swell up after mixing with water by forming a translucent coat around them.
chia- take time to absorb water. Chia can absorb 10 times their weight and usually settle down by forming a gel-like texture at the bottom of the glass.
Way of consumption
One can consume chia seeds either raw or soaked, but one can only consume sabja seeds after they are soaked in water.
Nutrition
Both are rich in antioxidants, fiber, calcium, protein and many other key nutrients. While Chia is a good source of omega-3, basil seeds contain good amounts of iron.
Taste
Chia- no taste of its own.
Sabja- have a mild flavor of basil.
How to take it?
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Health benefits
Chia-Aids in digestion and prevents constipation. Boost both energy and immunity & promotes heart health.
Sabja-Helps prevent acidity and acts as a coolant for the stomach. Improves blood circulation and the quality of the blood & helps in improving blood sugar levels.
Which is better for weight loss?
The main benefit of both the seeds is their ability to make you feel satiated, which means they fill you up easily and hence, you tend to avoid unnecessary snacking throughout the day.
They both have a low amount of calories and work more or less the same way, but chia seeds prove to be more effective when it comes to studies and research🧐 If you are not getting chia seeds then sabja is also a good option.
Final verdict
No amount of chia or sabja seeds can help you if your diet is not right. Focus on your overall diet which can give you good results👏
