Chia Seeds to Suppress Appetite and Lose Weight?
Submitted by Matthew on Wed, 01/06/2010 - 17:12
So I have noticed that if I have a Chia Pudding with my breakfast, I don't feel hungry when my usual lunchtime comes around. I generally eat anyhow, but not as much. They really stick with me, and must expand a lot in the tummy.
So I wonder- has anyone considered putting Chia into capsules for the purpose of appetite suppression or weight loss? They're pretty good on their own in pudding and so on, but people really like pills.
Seems like a good natural way to feel full without having to rely on drugs like caffeine.
I guess before doing something like that you'd also have to know if Chia seeds have any calories on their own?
Good idea?
Chia seeds calories & capsules
Chia seeds are about 50% fat, although it's good fat. 1 ounce provides about 140 calories (from my measurements, an ounce is about 3 T.)
Chia seeds in capsules are rare, but I've seen a few around.
Is there any interest for them? I would be happy to supply raw, organic chia seeds in capsules as a fiber supplement and to regulate blood sugar (and help with appetite control too, they are very yummy and filling.)