Chia Seeds - 3 things that Chia Seeds are NOT

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Chia Seeds may be deemed a superfood by many people, but there are 3 things that Chia Seeds are NOT.
NOTE: The examples in this video was meant to put across the point that Chia Seeds will not make up for whatever that is not good in a meal, they were not meant to show how Chia Seeds are typically used. Chia seeds are best taken with drinks, soups, stews and taken with lots of fluids.
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As the popularity of chia seeds grows, chia seeds are increasingly found in more and more products in the supermarket. These are the 3 things that Chia Seeds are not that I often find myself having to explain and emphasize to my patients and coachees, many of whom are taking chia seeds to better control their diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol and other lifestyle/diet-related chronic conditions.
As we find more and more packaged foods in the supermarkets that have Chia Seeds included in them, many people are making the mistake of being distracted by the 'Halo Effect' of 'Chia Seeds Inside' labels on food products and not looking holistically and critically enough at the inherent healthfulness, or lack of, of any food products that they buy. Regardless of how nutritious Chia Seeds are and how often one takes chia seeds, the need to learn and practise consistently eating habits to prevent and combat chronic lifestyle diseases remain something that is imperative.
Chia Seeds do have a place in our diet, but only as part of a healthy eating habit, not in place of one.
Ever since I posted this video more than 6 months ago (Oct 2020), it has received many comments from viewers, some positive and also many negative and even angry comments. I want to thank everyone who made the effort to leave comments, regardless of whether they were positive or negative. I shall take encouragement from the positive encouraging comments but at the same time, I will also not ignore or disregard the negative comments/feedback but to take such negative feedback seriously and learn from them, then use them as motivation for me to try harder to improve and make better videos moving forward. THANK YOU ALL!
My goal for this video was simply to highlight the importance of improving all aspects of our lifestyle and diet for health and to combat chronic diseases, to remind people NOT to be distracted by the 'Healthy Halo' of 'Superfoods' such as Chia Seeds when making food choices, especially when shopping for packaged foods in supermarkets, to encourage everyone to look at the full ingredients listing of all packaged foods before buying, including food products that have 'CHIA SEEDS INSIDE' labels
PS. The examples in this video was meant to put across the point that Chia Seeds will not make up for whatever that is not good in a meal, they were not meant to show how Chia Seeds are typically used.
Chia seeds are a great healthy ingredient, full of nutrients, fiber and antioxidants, that I would encourage everyone to keep handy in their pantry. I use chia seeds often in my cooking, eg. sprinkling chia seeds into my beverages, soups and stews. But this video, as the title '3 THINGS THAT CHIA SEEDS ARE NOT' suggest, was never intended for talking about l the different health benefits of chia seeds or the different ways to take chia seeds.
Thanks everyone! Have a great day!
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@jihadmohammad6214 10 ай бұрын

Doctor Chan has put up a wonderful summary video about chia seeds. First thing In the morning I put 2-3 Tsps of chia seeds in 1 cup of water. I wait 15-20 minutes and then I drink it on an empty stomach. It has improved my energy, skin, hair, nails, and overall health. Drink to the wellness of good health.👍

@jsudhakar9187 3 ай бұрын

I am a Dialysis patient. My both kidneys are damaged. I take Chia seeds mixed with water just before dinner. The next morning I feel so good and energetic. And my fellow dialysis patients are also taking Chia seeds and feeling energetic. Thanks to Chia seeds

@barbarawebb7185 3 ай бұрын

@@jsudhakar9187how did your kidneys get damaged?

@barbarawebb7185 3 ай бұрын

Jihad is not a positive thing. You ought to try love and cooperation.

@jihadmohammad6214 3 ай бұрын

@@barbarawebb7185 Damaged kidneys occur with 10 Common Habits That May Harm Your Kidneys Overusing Painkillers. ... Eating Processed Foods. ... Not Drinking Enough Water. ... Missing Out on Sleep. ... Eating Too Much Meat. ... Eating Too Many Foods High in Sugar. ... Lighting Up. ... Drinking Alcohol in Excess. Chia seeds provide proper amount of fiber and great for digestive system especially for your colon and heart. Best water soaked chia seeds for 20 minutes first thing in morning before breakfast. Worst for me thank God I’m healthy.🙏

@jihadmohammad6214 3 ай бұрын

@@barbarawebb7185 works best for me in the morning not at night

@paulabrooks622 2 жыл бұрын

This guy is 100% done with people coming into his office misusing chia seeds 😂 Very good video. It was very helpful to me even if I did find the tone entertaining 🙂

@dd470_ 2 жыл бұрын

😂 right!!!

@gavhlev2853 2 жыл бұрын

What? Very good video?😂😂😂😂😂😂 Find out yourself. Your health and your life is your personal responsibility

@navjotkaur2256 2 жыл бұрын

So true 😂😂😂

@camisnyder3460 2 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha

@jcelia09 2 жыл бұрын

😅😅 I was waiting for him to start throwing chia seeds at the camera

@drob517 2 жыл бұрын

I didn’t realize that people added chia seeds to such unusual things. I add chia to my protein shakes because it makes me feel full.

@mmsd7193 Жыл бұрын

I just take chia seeds with plain water. Simple as it is. ♥️

@karunamayiholisticinc 3 жыл бұрын

That truly made me smile: "Chia seeds are not magic dust." 🙂

@lb7625 2 жыл бұрын

do you believe In God?

@HarshitDwivedi-bi9un 3 ай бұрын

Fuck god @@lb7625

@trohnb8104 2 жыл бұрын

Chia seeds are most effective when they are a part of a healthy diet plan. Very practical. No gimmicks. I ❤️ this video.

@nobonitaganguly7582 2 жыл бұрын

Loved it. And so effectively put!

@albanygual Жыл бұрын

Agree. We have replaced rice for quinoa, cow milk for nut milks including hemp hearts milk and margarines for coconut, olive oils and we have added chia, flaxseeds, hemp hearts to our diets...and we have felt such a diffference in our health. It's about making better choices.

@hollydaugherty2620 10 ай бұрын

Nut milks are nothing but chalky colored water with vitamins artificially injected. There is nothing healthy about it. Margarine is notoriously awful for your health. You need some serious education.

@tupelohoney1803 9 ай бұрын

I agree with all of your choices however, not margarine, it is filled with unhealthy fats. I would replace margarine with grass fed butter, its much better for.

@MrjD-sy3jd 8 ай бұрын

Rice are good ... Cow milk are also good.. the thing that are not good is those instant stuff.. and outside food.. 😂... Do excercise a lot.. or the best is.. dont sit a lot...

@Grunt16Hard 8 ай бұрын

@@MrjD-sy3jdIt depends on if the cow is grass fed and free open range. Most dairy cows are super unhealthy because they are fed unhealthy things and pumped full of growth hormones which is bad for US. Ijs

@cincin4515 8 ай бұрын

Not in my country. I've never met anyone that eats the latest trend, drinks nut water or shuns cows milk. Aussie's don't much fall for the latest trend. We stick to real food like meat, dairy, veggies fruit and we still love our bread.

@gloriagloria716 2 жыл бұрын

I have radically changed my diet since being diagnosed with type 2. I eat chia pudding made with unsweetened oat milk every day, adding different things like cinnamon or vanilla, blueberries or half a banana. I have dropped all extra sugar and fat. lost a stone in two months. Also drink raw apple cider vinegar with either elderberry or beetroot juice. I hope I am doing the right things. Lol!!!

@cyang7850 3 ай бұрын

👏👏👏

@Mariaaaaaaaa213 2 ай бұрын

Oat milk is essentially starch milk. Its the milk with the highest carbohydrate content, so I'd imagine theres healthier options for you.

@gloriagloria716 2 ай бұрын

it has zero fat and only .2 sugar which is what matters most to me@@Mariaaaaaaaa213

@isabellecheng3782 Ай бұрын

@@Mariaaaaaaaa213i mean oatmeal is really good for you - what about the nutrients in the milk ? carbs are not the enemy

@the_medievalchick Ай бұрын

@@isabellecheng3782 the part of oatmeals that's healthy is the fiber, literally the part that's left out of the milk... almond or coconut milk would be much better options... there's nothing wrong with carbs, it's just that it goes against your goals if you are trying to regulate insulin with your diet 😊

@TheHabitsDoctor 3 жыл бұрын

Ever since I posted this video almost a year ago (Oct 2020), it has received many comments from viewers, some positive and also many negative and even angry comments. I want to thank everyone who made the effort to leave comments, regardless of whether they were positive or negative. I shall take encouragement from the positive encouraging comments but at the same time, I will also not ignore or disregard the negative comments/feedback but to take such negative feedback seriously and learn from them, then use them as motivation for me to try harder to improve and make better videos moving forward. THANK YOU ALL! My goal for this video was simply to highlight the importance of improving all aspects of our lifestyle and diet for health and to combat chronic diseases, to remind people NOT to be distracted by the 'Healthy Halo' of 'Superfoods' such as Chia Seeds when making food choices, especially when shopping for packaged foods in supermarkets, to encourage everyone to look at the full ingredients listing of all packaged foods before buying, including food products that have 'CHIA SEEDS INSIDE' labels PS. The examples in this video was meant to put across the point that Chia Seeds will not make up for whatever that is not good in a meal, they were not meant to show how Chia Seeds are typically used. Chia seeds are a great healthy ingredient, full of nutrients, fiber and antioxidants, that I would encourage everyone to keep handy in their pantry. I use chia seeds often in my cooking, eg. sprinkling chia seeds into my beverages, soups and stews. But this video, as the title '3 THINGS THAT CHIA SEEDS ARE NOT' suggest, was never intended for talking about l the different health benefits of chia seeds or the different ways to take chia seeds. Thanks everyone! Have a great day! Doc

@callieliew2022 3 жыл бұрын

plp (°°

@susiechen221 3 жыл бұрын

Hope those "unhealthy sample foods" used in this video are not wasted & thrown away for the sake of "chia seeds are not......" stay healthy and happy,save the people & environment 🙏😁

@latawnniegarris3883 3 жыл бұрын

This is a great video, he's speaking the truth chia seeds isn't going to change what you are eating. You have to put good food with good food not just 1 chia seeds and expect your health to change

@katywuste9054 3 жыл бұрын

Made me laugh, the negative comments were from people whose bubble was burst

@thoribrewer4849 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting the world know that making one good choice is not good enough, despite what you say at the end about one choice at a time... perhaps if you saw superfoods as a gateway to better foods choices, rather than a platform to point out what is still wrong with someone’s diet?? You would not punish a baby for crawling just because it was the right age to walk. Yet it seems that baby steps are not seen as an opportunity for encouragement and education. Good job professionals... most will go home, dump the chia in the trash and keep eating the junk because the doctor said chia seed doesn’t work. More shame and pointing out of the obvious, about not making good food choice is sooooo what this world needs. We can see how well that is working as the world gets more and more unhealthy. Here is an idea. When someone tells you about using a “superfood” encourage their interest in nutrition. Direct them on how to use them and where to find more information. Don’t make them feel reprimanded for not doing enough. We get it you are smart. You know it is not enough but it is one good choice! Make them excited about telling you about their next good choice. SMH...

@ahammer8740 2 жыл бұрын

I use them as a pudding with fruit and coconut milk . I often use vanilla and monk fruit sweetener. It keeps me from eating regular desserts.

@noeloreilly6376 2 жыл бұрын

How do you make your chi seed not magic puddings?

@maryamel3296 2 жыл бұрын

I just discovered this pudding some days ago and love it!

@aminaschmiat6476 2 жыл бұрын

Great idea

@droundyCubby 2 жыл бұрын

I like one cup of unsweetened not milk, 2 tablespoons of chia seed a dash of monk’s fruit or other sweetener than depending on the mood add cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, orange zest, or other good choice. Put lid on container shake and refrigerate. I make four at a time because I have four plastic, tight-lidded containers. I imagine cow milk would work fine.

@Antonette59 Жыл бұрын

That sounds so good! I want some for my salad, too. I want to add to almond milk.

@ladymagentaspirit 2 жыл бұрын

Love this - I just purchased some as part of my Keto lifestyle and this video was very helpful.

@madmax36640 Жыл бұрын

Dr.Chan you are amazing.The world needs more doctors like yourself.

@chazie12345 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t understand why the 500 dislikes. This video is a fantastic reminder to us that not just eating 1 healthy food can allow us to fill ourselves with other unhealthy food. It’s the habit and mindset he is trying to emphasize on!

@genchwanlim2970 2 жыл бұрын

probably because its repetitive. Could have done more work with the editing and making the video more compact. Very passionate doctor though

@linhnha1339 2 жыл бұрын

@@jeandixon586 you are right. and also he must teach how to use chia seed properly instead of repeating few sentences in seven minutes just to say how not to use. Not eraser, not magic dust and not magic peals…..

@aderonkeadekoya1166 2 жыл бұрын

An educative video. Repetition or not, what matters is the information behind it

@southerngrandma4353 2 жыл бұрын

Because he rambles on and on instead of getting to the point. Not everyone has time for that!

@winnemucca2067 2 жыл бұрын

Agree Pay no mind they are not vibrating on our level 😊

@andreaashley8783 5 ай бұрын

He is 100% right in what he says......I just had to laugh so hard at his presentation 🤣🤣🤣

@Garyinhou 18 күн бұрын

What the hell you say!?!? See “Steven He”

@bordenfleetwood5773 2 жыл бұрын

Love this. Truly. "Superfoods" like chia seeds, quinoa and such are a wonderful addition to an already healthy lifestyle, but too many people see them as an excuse to continue bad habits, like the one good thing they do makes it all better. We need more professionals out there spreading good, healthy information to combat these misconceptions born of natural laziness or cognitive distortion. Bravo.

@roselineshofolu9163 2 жыл бұрын

@teethandoendlovu8882 Жыл бұрын

It’s the what do you think it will happen if you put chia seeds into it 😅

@cheriereynolds1806 Жыл бұрын

👍👍👍🎆

@jennytoot111 Жыл бұрын

This was hilarious 😂 😂😂

@charmzapanta9602 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Doc yeah you're right reading the product nutrition facts will help us a lot.

@genesannes 7 ай бұрын

I've never used Chia Seeds, but fell for the magic dust comments. I eat healthy and thought the Chia Seeds would make things better. thank you for the great explanation.

@Cyrilmc222004 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Dr Chan, I really really enjoyed listening to your excellent advice, and you are so right about Chia seeds and eating habits. I’ve subscribed and given you a thumbs up too. Please stay safe and well too

@sixpackbinky 3 жыл бұрын

I know this is serious but at the same time so very honest it’s funny, thanks Dr.

@aspenedgewalker 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve only used chia seeds (1/2 - 1 table spoon) in a meal-replacement smoothie. I found it helps me feel fuller, there by not feeling the need to snack between meals. Thanks for your video, Love and Light 🕉🙏❤️🙏🕉

@sehunlimitedsonyahoward1165 10 ай бұрын

I have been hearing so much about chia seeds. I saw some drinks with chia seeds in it. While waiting in line to make my purchase I watched this video. The drink listed sugar as 1st ingredient. thank you Dr Chan. You saved me $4 and educated me

@asifshuja8638 8 ай бұрын

Do chia seeds have a lot of sugar? In 1 ounce of dried chia seeds, there are 12 grams of carbohydrates. Of this, nearly 10 grams come from fiber. There is no sugar in chia seeds.

@cyang7850 3 ай бұрын

@@asifshuja8638 no, it’s whatever else was in the health bars or drinks that makes it bad. Chia seed is good.

@calvinrajan2728 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Doctor, for your response to my comment. I am from Bangalore, India. I am not a doctor, but promote natural remedies. To add to your very sensible, practical and balanced approach, your view of the use of all health-promoting natural substances ONLY by making the necessary lifestyle changes, makes huge sense. I have come across people who have come to me with diabetic gangrene and with wounds that never heal. Although I treat the wounds, my main focus is on their diabetes. When I tell them to make the necessary lifestyle and dietary changes, there are some who are adamant and only want the remedy. Such people have literally died. Whereas those who made the changes are living normal, happy lives. Adding chia seeds or any natural health-promoting substance to poison and consuming it for health and healing, doesn't make any iota of sense. Thank you Doctor for making this concept so clear and precise.

@especiosajafonso6341 2 жыл бұрын

Hi calvin

@nobonitaganguly7582 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely right!!

@donnamarie3969 Жыл бұрын

Hi Calvin, you mentioned natural remedies, how can we contact you?

@Inderjeet19391 Жыл бұрын

I have one question- Can we make a smoothy of Chia seeds with Dates and Figs? I use this smoothy in my daily life as I take this smoothy after a running. Your answer will help a lot and make me much healthier. Thank you🙏🏻❤️

@asifshuja8638 8 ай бұрын

Internationally admired Chia seed is a very good support to our health but not a Cure. Continous use may reduce certain medications, lead to a general improved Health. I am not Doc. by profession. Appreciate your Video. Love from Pakistan.

@stanleybroderick8021 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video, doc. Chia seeds and flax seeds are two of the most concentrated sources of vegetable omega 3. They are very cheap to buy and very healthy for you if you include them in a balanced diet.

@TheHabitsDoctor 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! Chia seeds & Flax seeds are great healthy ingredients to keep handy in the pantry. I use both of them in my food and cooking regularly., eg. sprinkling chia seeds into my soups and stews even though that does not add to the taste or enjoyment of the soups/stews. All I had wanted to achieve for this video was to highlight the importance of improving all aspects of our lifestyle and diet for health and also to remind people NOT to be distracted by the 'Healthy Halo' of Cha Seeds when making food choices, especially when shopping for packaged foods in supermarkets, to look at the full ingredients listing of all packaged foods before buying, including food products that have 'CHIA SEEDS INSIDE' labels.

@anti-ethniccleansing465 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHabitsDoctor If you cook Chia seeds, does it retain all the omega-3 nutrients in it?

@terrypost2837 Жыл бұрын

Exactly

@kirstinstrand6292 Жыл бұрын

Best in salads!

@exveganinterviews Жыл бұрын

They only have ALA, not DHA / EPA which is the omega 3 you want

@3Muchlove 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dr Chan for your wisdom and kindness in taking the time to inform the public of the dangers of ignoring the bigger problem in unhealthy eating. It seems obvious but there are many ppl who do not make wise decisions when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle. I love the example you gave. God bless you

@kaygangiah5716 11 ай бұрын

Dr Is right!! It's the marketing tictac, money making advertising!! Thank u Dr for the definition to the viewers!!

@fredamariebrown4727 Жыл бұрын

Dr. Chan you are making so much sense. Thank you for calling us to account in HOW we eat overall!

@TheHabitsDoctor 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for your encouraging words, much needed and appreciated because I often get angry or even hate comments when I make videos to challenge people's mindset re the impact of their food on their health. Thanks again, Blessings, Dr Chan

@tangriland3651 3 жыл бұрын

They helped me with my IBS and better nutrient absorption, which led to better sleep and more energy.

@yolie_ny6449 4 ай бұрын

Thank you Doctor for your comments and advice.

@pt6998 2 жыл бұрын

Love mixing chia seeds, flax seed meal, and unsweetened almond milk in plane Greek yogurt.

@lataYT Жыл бұрын

Loved this video!!!! Superrrrr funny and absolutely eye opening 🤩 Thank you, doctor 🙏🏻

@stacyacollins8612 2 жыл бұрын

I add it to my bottle of water... I love it. I never even thought about putting it in my food.

@hussainaishaya-audu1844 Жыл бұрын

I subscribed to your channel after a few minutes of listening to you. Your visual explanation is so powerful and even quite humorous. Thank you for this.

@ItsOnlyJunie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dr Chan, I’ve just subscribed. I appreciate the time you’ve taken out to give us this wealth of information to positively change our lives.

@TheHabitsDoctor 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks and welcome. Thank you for your kind and encouraging comments. I'm glad that you've found the video useful. Most of the topics of my videos, including this video on chia seeds, are based on the questions, misconceptions and challenges that I saw my patients and coachees frequently encounter in their lifestyle/dietary habits change journeys. My youtube journey, since I started a year ago, has been v tough, but it is feedback and comments like yours that encourage and keep me going, thanks v v much. Blessings, Doc

@divergentone777 3 жыл бұрын

Puree some berries and add chia seed - chill for 1 hour. Makes a lovely healthy dessert pudding YUMMMM

@laralilyLaraMaljevac 3 жыл бұрын

How many cups of chia seeds tho ?

@divergentone777 3 жыл бұрын

@@laralilyLaraMaljevac 1 part chia to 4 parts liquid e.d 1/4 cup chia to 1 cup liquid. or I cup chia to 4 cups liquid. If you want to make it go further, add some milk to the pureed berries (I like cashew milk or coconut milk) then add some honey to taste. You can experiment with all different flavours, juices etc If you are going to just do thin liquids like juice or milk, make sure you stir the mixture through after 10mins before you refrigerate, so the chia seeds are evenly distributed through the liquid. Enjoy

@laralilyLaraMaljevac 3 жыл бұрын

@@divergentone777 thank you so much :)

@divergentone777 3 жыл бұрын

@@laralilyLaraMaljevac You are most welcome

@yolandadupres9336 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dr Chan ❤👌❤👌😎

@angharadswansea9343 3 ай бұрын

I’ve only just recently started incorporating Chia seeds into my diet. I find them helpful for motility. When I add other fibre to my diet it does not seem to move things along whereas Chia seeds do. I simply soak them in water. I drink half a cup early in the day and half a cup later in the day. They have been wonderful to move things along. And I’m also excited to learn that they help with my digestive probiotics.

@annsuematthews 10 ай бұрын

Absolutely agree! It’s a complete life change of a mind set. It’s combination of changing eating and activity level. Thanks.

@gendelavega9160 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Dr. CHAN please make a video that shows the benefits of Chia Seeds. And the best way to use it. Thanks.

@kalanzindawula5483 3 жыл бұрын

Soak chia sead overnight then blend it in the morning.

@gendelavega9160 3 жыл бұрын

@@kalanzindawula5483 Thanks Doc.

@aravind9851 3 жыл бұрын

@@kalanzindawula5483 thanks doc

@Rashida961 3 жыл бұрын

@@kalanzindawula5483 must it be blended?

@heartears 3 жыл бұрын

@@Rashida961 hi there are researches that says that grinding chia seeds helps better absorb its nutrients. If you don't want to blend, you could pre-grind it before soaking. It's not necessary per se but why not get more nutrients if you can?

@nanettefernandez2863 2 жыл бұрын

Bravo! Great advise Doc. The pill mentality, or the desire for quick results is what drives the behavior you described

@TKBell1970 16 күн бұрын

I learned about chia seeds and began using them. I also completely changed my way of eating. The first step is changing your mindset about food.

@susanhickman1746 11 күн бұрын

This is a great, honest, thoughtful discussion about what chia seeds are not! Currently there’s so much information that has encouraged the consumption of chia seeds. While they can be beneficial, there’s a lot more to consider if a lifestyle change is necessary to treat chronic health problems. If people think consuming chia seeds take preference over other foods, they may be jeopardizing their health. Thank you, doctor!

@loidabigorniadomenden9477 2 жыл бұрын

thank you doctor for this information, I am taking Chia seeds also but moderately because I'm inborn thalassemia.I used more Chia seeds a day but I noticed my anemia deteriorates so I stop.Because I used 2 teaspoons into my coffee everytime I drink. I drink 3 to 5 times coffee a day..

@JaneboG Жыл бұрын

Exactly 💯 what I needed today!!!! Thank you for the straight talking, no nonsense advice Doctor

@TheHabitsDoctor Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your encouraging words. I must confess that it's been quite a while, more than a year, since I last dared to venture to come here to read the comments in this video for there were just so many angry, hateful and ultimately discouraging comments. Thanks again, Blessings, Dr Chan

@daniellemackenzie6641 4 ай бұрын

GREAT REMINDER!! THANK YOU!!

@millionairereichmann1909 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Doctor! I understand the point you’re making. Thank you for caring!!!!

@anyoneanyone3808 2 жыл бұрын

My new saying, Chia seeds are not magic dust.Thank you Dr for reminding us all that we need to eat better.

@alicedupreez1072 3 жыл бұрын

You are so spot on. Lifestyle changes including chia seeds. Not chia replacing everything else.

@TheHabitsDoctor 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Blessings, Doc

@redroses2670 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing the wonderful information about the chia seeds Chan! It's very helpful

@frankisavard633 3 ай бұрын

Luv the simple down to earth information. Thanks...

@alphaagri-techltd4768 3 жыл бұрын

Chia seeds works like magic actually, I used to go to the toilet once in two days. After using chia I go to the toilet twice a day.

@varunvc532 3 жыл бұрын

That is true xD. Gotta understand limits.

@firdosshaikh5777 3 жыл бұрын

Same bro same 🤩

@sammonteroso4053 3 жыл бұрын

True

@Ousdoo 2 жыл бұрын

how u used for constipation. plz share.

@firdosshaikh5777 2 жыл бұрын

@@Ousdoo Nothing fancy Mostly in evening when m hungry😂 I just soak 1 spoon chia seeds for 10 mins in full glass of water n drink it.Also I realised this that drinking sufficient amount of water is VERY IMPORTANT. Since I have started to drink alot of water somedays I can skip chia water n still poop next day 😆

@venomlily1651 Жыл бұрын

Great video . Very informative and I love how you can hear the frustration in your voice over this issue . It shows how much you care about your patients .

@TheHabitsDoctor Жыл бұрын

@ellebelle8515 11 ай бұрын

@@TheHabitsDoctor The present generations of most of the world (except East Asia) are becoming increasingly unhealthy and they need a good wake up call to get their lives on track- eating less and eating healthy. They need to listen or end up miserable from their bad health. I am 65 and I am pushing myself in my diet choices, but I am very concerned to some very unhealthy young people who are throwing away having any real quality of life. Someone needs to tell them.

@BodyHealthy-Official 2 ай бұрын

As someone who's always looking for ways to boost my nutrient intake, chia seeds have become a staple in my diet. Not only do they provide a great source of protein, but their versatility makes them perfect for adding to smoothies, oatmeal, or even as a crunchy topping on salads. Love the health benefits they offer!

@ranasmalling8306 5 ай бұрын

I subscribed just because of how you just hit us with the truth. Love it doc! Keep it up

@Jha0601 2 жыл бұрын

I take chia seeds simply for additional fiber intake, I'm constipated often and it does help to prevent it.

@rogeliapablo6794 2 жыл бұрын

Ma'am/Sir, can you teach me how cook chia seeds, am also often constipated. Thank you😊

@annalaura9388 2 жыл бұрын

@@rogeliapablo6794 I am taking food grade earth diatomaceous for constipacion and believe me is helping. Just make sure is food grade and do not inhale it, use a mask. I do 1/2 teaspoon in water for a week and then rest maybe for a week or 2 day and then take it for another week

@fanieisnotfunny Жыл бұрын

@@rogeliapablo6794 You do not cook them, you buy them, pour some into a cup of water, wait for awhile, then you add them into your juice, smoothie bowl etc.

@MingayGamay 3 жыл бұрын

Glad I found your channel Doc cos This is very informative especially that I need this for my blood sugar level.Thank you thank you💕🌷

@bg-ij9uc Ай бұрын

thank you. so many people need to hear your good sense. thank you.

@TheHabitsDoctor Ай бұрын

Thank you for encouraging words

@dr.arulshah5811 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dr. ... you have helped millions of people's daydreams, thanks. All the best 👍

@HermanIdzerda Ай бұрын

A medical doctor myself who is combatting peoples cardiovascular disease, your video again reminded me of the kind of thinking probably a lot of people entertain when dealing with health problems.

@TheHabitsDoctor Ай бұрын

Yes, the biggest need for people combating chronic diseases is not information or education, but coaching to help them clear up misconceptions and to have the right mindset and support to take action to undertake the needed lifestyle and diet change

@sermonette 3 жыл бұрын

I think it is also about choosing the right and healthy food and not incorporating it to unhealthy ones. I like what you said that it's not a magic dust and magic erasers which most people are doing. Indeed eating and choosing healthy foods is the foundation of healthy body and lifestyles. And add the chia seeds.

@wyominggirl2835 Жыл бұрын

I love this! People need to be told exactly like this, thank you for your bravery in standing up! A raw diet is all we need to detox and heal our bodies! However, I am guilty of not following through more than a week at a time. Time to get our health back!

@javierorozco201 11 ай бұрын

I have been super good for two weeks no animal anything dairy bread sugar.all veggies fruits n legumes.till today had my x favorite HERSHEY BAR😁

@joanne652 8 ай бұрын

Lol…tell it like it is Doc!!! 💯

@monicad351 6 ай бұрын

Smh.

@wyominggirl2835 6 ай бұрын

@monicad351 Do you not believe in natural health or is it the fact that I am addicted to fake food like 90% of all people? Manufactured foods have been around maybe 100 years and people's health has never been so out of control. If not the food causing obesity (which then causes a number of other health problems) what is causing it? Regardless of your belief in natural healing, you have to see that food alone causes 90% of all health issues. By simply not consuming manufactured foods, your health gets better. The only foods not manufactured are foods grown from the ground and do not have an ingredient list. Hence why I say raw foods as eating raw gives the body the most nutrients. The more nutrients your body gets, the healthier the person is. Any Dr. should have the common cents to know that even though none of them spend more than a couple hours during their schooling on nutrition. People eating healthy don't go to the Dr. Ever hear the saying "an apple a day keeps the Dr. away"? The medical industry makes $4.3 Trillion dollars per year! How many people would be out of a job if we all ate a healthy diet??? 🤔 Can you see why and how this would greatly affect everything if people rarely needed medical services?

@do7hemath937 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Doc! I hear you loud and clear. Your point is well OVERstood. 👍👍

@TheHabitsDoctor 2 ай бұрын

😀

@labellauk 9 ай бұрын

You’re quite right Dr, & these warnings are meant to be said. Thank you!❤

@TheHabitsDoctor 8 ай бұрын

glad you found it useful. Blessings, Dr Chan

@reneerodriguez2617 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this!!! So many people out there think adding chia seeds to EVERYTHING will help them loose weight .... but it’s all about eating healthy in the end

@TheHabitsDoctor 3 жыл бұрын

My main goal for making this video is to highlight that whilst Chia Seeds are good healthy ingredients to add to our diet, it is important to look at our dietary habits holistically and identify and tackle aspects of our diet that need changing and improving regardless of whether we take chia seeds or not. And I also hoped to remind people NOT to be distracted by the 'Healthy Halo' of Cha Seeds when making food choices, especially when shopping for packaged foods in supermarkets, to look at the full ingredients listing of all packaged foods before buying, including food products that have 'CHIA SEEDS INSIDE' labels

@jasmatteenaik2978 3 жыл бұрын

2tea spoon to a cup of hot water 1 tea spoon of milk as a tea substitute will keep you full longer

@toneykaasman2359 Жыл бұрын

Very enlightening and educational, great content

@georgeminty6218 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the heads up.

@zirdeux1887 Жыл бұрын

I use chia and flax seeds as a sauce thickener, and as a protein and fiber supplement. I started replacing white rice with quinoa in some dishes for the fiber and protein.

@ManOfSteel1 2 жыл бұрын

in my country basil is widely grown and basil seeds are easily available everywhere and cost almost 60-70% of chia as far as i know only difference in basil and chia seed is the fiber content it is more in basil and has 1-2% less omega 3 in basil seed. the fiber helps the bacteria thrive in our stomach and in return they convert them into enzymes so it might not improve the food you eat but will definitely help clean your stomach of the builtup by junk food.

@madokag Жыл бұрын

Excellent demonstration! Thank you!

@dee4174 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant demo! You certainly got the message over.

@RoscoeTanner100 3 жыл бұрын

So, what you’re saying is, eating chia seeds without changing the food with it is as useful as a double Big Mac, large fries and a “Diet Coke”.

@alpinewithv 2 жыл бұрын

lol that's a great analogy!

@norafox4789 2 жыл бұрын

Heeheehaha HAHAHEEHEE 😂😆😂😆😂

@anti-ethniccleansing465 2 жыл бұрын

I have been a vegetarian for 30 years, for but for some reason your comment made me crave a “Big Mac.” LOL! Not that I would ever eat it. I also would love to eat McDonald’s french fries, but since I found out that they are not vegetarian, I haven’t been able to eat them in years now. I miss them, but I really wish that they made them so that they were vegetarian friendly! They were my favorite french fries.

@jessicaleslie-byrn8008 2 жыл бұрын

That's perfect because diet coke is bad and so are too many chia seeds..watch all those overuse of omega 6 people

@anti-ethniccleansing465 2 жыл бұрын

@@jessicaleslie-byrn8008 What are you talking about?? How can Chia seeds be bad for you? And what is wrong with omega 6 foods?

@judyhoffman1359 3 жыл бұрын

It is used for many things. My favorite is smoothies. I also add flax seeds at the same time. They are excellent on salads. They make excellent pudding! Thank you

@TheHabitsDoctor 3 жыл бұрын

Chia seeds are a great healthy ingredient, full of nutrients, fiber and antioxidants, that I would encourage everyone to keep handy in their pantry. I use chia seeds often in my cooking, eg. sprinkling chia seeds into my beverages, soups and stews. Flaxseeds is another great ingredient to add to or diet, but because of the taste of flaxseeds, I tend to use flaxseeds as a thickener or to add to stews and gravies. My goal for this video was simply to highlight the importance of improving all aspects of our lifestyle and diet for health and to combat chronic diseases, to remind people NOT to be distracted by the 'Healthy Halo' of 'Superfoods' such as Chia Seeds when making food choices, especially when shopping for packaged foods in supermarkets, to encourage everyone to look at the full ingredients listing of all packaged foods before buying, including food products that have 'CHIA SEEDS INSIDE' labels Thanks for dropping by my channel and have a great day!

@rianigerdina7119 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with you @Judy. I always add chia seeds to my oatmeal for my breakfast. I add chia seeds to my infussed water. Chia seeds is very good for our health

@Nishi-kg4nq 2 жыл бұрын

I started using True Elements Chia seeds after watching this benefits and it turned out really helpful to me. Thanks for sharing! will recommend my friends too.

@plsleaveblank 2 жыл бұрын

This was incredibly helpful and I love your humor too! Just subscribed!

@HollyJSquad 3 жыл бұрын

The reason I eat so many chia seeds is just to make sure we get our omega-3’s as a vegan and they have those another thing you can do is add nutritional yeast your food to make sure you get your B12 find one that’s been fortified with a lot and you’ll be golden

@lowkey_entertaining9723 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I’m still new to veganism.

@Magnulus76 2 жыл бұрын

You don't have to lean hard into chia seeds to get omega 3's. Any green leafy vegetable will have some. Plus the evidence that omega 3 supplementation for vegans is very limited (unlike B-12). There's plenty of evidence that omega 6 fatty acids aren't villains (DGLA, di homo gamma-linoleic acid is actually anti-inflammatory), and higher omega 6 to omega 3 ratio isn't necessarily associated with heart disease in vegans vs. omnivores. Chia seeds as a whole food have been shown to be good for reducing inflammation, and are worth taking for that reason alone. Obsessing about single nutrients in food can lead us to unhealthy eating patterns.

@jessicaleslie-byrn8008 2 жыл бұрын

If you're looking for omega 3s without the higher amounts of omega 6 then go for flaxseed seeds or better yet hemp seeds

@dr.soukainaelomari6550 3 жыл бұрын

This is the first Time that I have the need to click "like" more than one time ..thank you for the precious video

@bereleneyergaw3194 8 ай бұрын

Thank you. Hopefully you have continued to present this information. An honest much needed presentation.

@TheHabitsDoctor 8 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Not everyone appreciated or understood my message, happy that you did. Blessings, Dr Chan

@8986shah 2 жыл бұрын

I like his way of explaining the topics.

@irmamendoza5763 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t know exactly what exactly the nutritional value of chia seed , but I take it , and it works so well to keep me regular, the best natural seed for constipation :)

@rogeliapablo6794 2 жыл бұрын

Ma'am Irma how do you cook chia seeds, am also often constipated? Thank you

@Tropicalbliss45 2 жыл бұрын

@@rogeliapablo6794 do not cook it. Add it to smoothies and drink. You can add it to milk, let it sit for a few minutes for the seeds to soak up some of the liquid; they will become like jello and increase in size. Drink the milk as usual.

@floridaknight3052 Жыл бұрын

I noticed I started getting alot of inflammation in my body, particularly in my feet. It seems to be related to an imbalance of omega 6 and omega 3 foods in my diet So I started eating a couple spoonful of chia seeds per day and it does seem to work.

@briannabodin 2 жыл бұрын

Love the visual. Thanks for the video Dr. Chan :)

@jenilthakkar-sq5mi 17 күн бұрын

The information you provided in this video about what chia seeds are not was great and so easy to understand. I really appreciated how simply you explained everything, and the recipes were so easy to make. I tried making it, and my mom loves it too! I Will definitely be using this information and sharing it with others who are interested in learning more about chia seeds. I recently made it with True Elements chia seeds, and it turned out amazing. Chia seeds are truly versatile and nutritious. Thank you for sharing such valuable insights and the fantastic recipe!

@MrBIGZ1964 Жыл бұрын

I eat oatmeal with chia, hemp seeds and flax seeds. I also add cold pressed coconut oil, raisins, honey and cinnamon. M-F for bk. I do not eat after 6 pm until my bk. This only works when I removed alcohol from my life and added exercises 4 days a week. I feel fantastic.

@user-il1nx9bl9z 4 ай бұрын

Flax n flax oil is possibly lethal to me. Chia is the great alternative

@johncronin5311 Ай бұрын

Grains turn to sugar, raisins are sugar bombs, honey is sugar, best wishes

@candelariamantog8478 3 жыл бұрын

Smart example....I got it. Thank you and God bless you

@TheHabitsDoctor 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks for your encouragement! God bless you too. Blessings, Doc

@manishachoudhry 9 ай бұрын

You have made an excellent point - very impact-fully! Thank you for that!!

@TheHabitsDoctor 9 ай бұрын

thank you for your encouraging words.

@lindamcneil711 2 жыл бұрын

Love this… practice and very visual. I will use this approach for coaching. “Chia seeds are not some kind of magic dust”.

@vikingdogmanship 2 жыл бұрын

whatever is true, my dog with chusing disease, was sick before getting chia with her meals twice a day. The high amount of soluble fiber in chia seeds slows down the absorption of glucose into the bloodstream, modulating insulin spikes

@yvonnemcclaren 2 жыл бұрын

I call chia seeds "frog spawn" it gets stuck in everything ...I suffer from dysphagia as a result of head and neck cancer and use chia seeds in my morning smoothies.

@Ipsita77 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Doctor. This help a lot.

@TheHabitsDoctor 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it useful. Thanks for dropping by my channel. Have a great day! Best Regards, Doc

@isabellaavalon6651 28 күн бұрын

Fantastic informative video. Thank you doctor Chang

@TheHabitsDoctor 18 күн бұрын

You're welcome. Glad you found it useful. Blessings, Dr Chan

@louisalevine3711 Жыл бұрын

Exceptional presentation! And, yes, sometimes a doctor, health practitioner, etc, has to emphasize and repeat the plain truth, for some people; it is not nagging, or cynical, it is out of the love of truth and of the well -being of the patient! Thank you, Dr. Chan!

@TheHabitsDoctor Жыл бұрын

@kathrynmarrero5263 2 ай бұрын

❤

@skinnydee1886 2 жыл бұрын

Dr. Chan, You're so humorous! Sorry that I could've only given one👍 Watching your video I couldn't helped laughing; I was so loud that I woke up my parrots who were asleep in the other room 🤣 Thank you Dr. Chan; I've already subscribed to your channel. Stay safe and God bless 🙏🌹🌈

@thamaryhlongwane7119 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Dr Chan , well explained , this info has been an eye opener for me..thank you

@LisaGiesler Жыл бұрын

Very good. So glad you share practical tips for healthy eating

@tee6394 2 жыл бұрын

I make a warm chia pudding with unsweetened plant based milk, a few hemp hearts and sweetened with banana and berries. Makes a great breakfast I think I am consuming them the right way 😂 I got a kick out of this video, you would think it would be such an obvious thing, but I guess it's not for some people.

@RandomHuTaoSimp Жыл бұрын

plant based? Sounds like you're missing out on a lot of animal based products with nutrients you practically cannot find in plant based foods. Nutrients your body needs to be optimal at that.

@sapphire6098 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Doctor Chan for this information about chia seeds for I’m taking this everyday for how many months now. I should not rely on this only to prevent myself incur other illnesses or boost my health or immune system but rather change my eating habits & lifestyle.

@TheHabitsDoctor 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, whilst it is good to know more about and also make the effort to include foods that supposed to have some health benefits into one's diet, it is more important to review one's entire diet and lifestyle, identify areas that needs to be addressed or improved, then tackle them. Thanks for dropping by my channel and your comment, Cheers, Doc

@ktetsi Жыл бұрын

Wow that is awesomely laid out, thank Dr. Chan

@BlanquisCreations 2 жыл бұрын

🙏🏻😊 I appreciate his honesty & explanation

@lilystonne4108 Жыл бұрын

I make chia seed pudding to eat with my low carb breakfast. I combine 1/2 cup chia seeds, 2 cups 2% milk and 2 tsp vanilla extract. Chill overnight and serve 1/2 cup chia seed pudding with yogurt, ground flax seeds, coconut flakes, pumpkin seeds, cinnamon, and blueberries. The rest of my breakfast consists of 2 eggs, sausages, and green tea. Dr. Chan is right about just sprinkling a “superfood” on a bad food choice does not offset the bad effects. I have a friend who keeps telling me about the health benefits of antioxidants such as green tea, parsley, etc. but continues to eat high carb foods like rice, bread and potatoes. 😏

@zer0bankoe Жыл бұрын

Bread is the worst

@asifshuja8638 8 ай бұрын

@@zer0bankoe Freeze the White Bread. It will change the structure of Carbohydrates thus shall reduce the GI by 31%

@luzvimindadeguzmancopland9965 3 жыл бұрын

Habits Dr. Thank you for your advice for Chia seeds God bless you 😘🙏

@TheHabitsDoctor 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Blessings, Doc

@khalilnabi9229 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the valuable info , Doctor .

@laskatz3626 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for your forthrightness. Bad eating habits are very hard to break. I mostly eat very healthily but occasionally don’t. I get very upset with myself for lack of control. It’s usually jelly beans. Don’t ask me why, I just love them.

@helentew6393 Жыл бұрын

Thank you doctor. I love the straight talk. I love the chia seeds, my change of diet and my exercise and meditation that I know will improve my life. Working on the happy things in life.

@TheHabitsDoctor Жыл бұрын

You are most welcome. Hope you found it useful. It's been quite a while, more than a year, since I last dared to venture to come here to read the comments in this video for there were just so many angry, hateful and ultimately discouraging comments, now that I have bravely ventured here, I am trying my best to thank those who left kind, understanding and encouraging words. Thanks again, Blessings, Dr Chan

@zsazsabanks424 5 ай бұрын

Thank you dr.chan i was just going to add chia seeds to my cereal now ill just use it in smoothie that i make thanks for the info trying to lower my AC 1 and cholesterol