toasted state, like nuts, or blended into baked goods, cereal or mashed as a paste, like tahini from sesame seeds.”
Because they are easy to eat by the handful, Van Horn said, it’s wise to introduce them to your diet carefully.
“Seeds are high in fiber and require lots of fluid to fully digest them properly,” she said. “Problems with constipation or diarrhea can occur if too much is consumed too fast without fluid.”
Additionally, research shows chia seeds swell in size when exposed to too much water, so moderation is important.
“Also, it is easy to overeat seeds and experience weight gain if not
