Tiny but mighty, Chia seeds are black and white in size, and a native to Central America.

Regardless of their size, Chai seeds have gained the title of a superfood in recent years due to their impressive nutritional profile.

Also, popularly known as Basil seeds, Chia is an excellent source for increasing your fibre intake, boosting immunity, and supporting heart health because of its rich omega-3 fatty acids.

According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), "These seeds are composed of different functional components, including fiber, polyphenols, antioxidants, omega 3 fatty acid vitamins, minerals, and peptides. Besides, these seeds are also a good source of vegetable protein, unsaturated fat, carbohydrates, and ash."

Apart from the aforementioned benefits, Chia seeds are very popular amongst those people who are on their weight loss journey.

This superfood expands when soaked in water, which is why it controls one's appetite by filling the stomach and making you feel full longer.

Although Chia seeds offer various health benefits, consuming too many can often lead to unwanted side effects, such as:

As per Healthline, the perfect quantity of Chia seeds one should consume in a day is a serving of 2-3 tablespoons. Followed by drinking plenty of water to avoid any possible side effects.