Chia Seeds - 3 things that Chia Seeds are NOT

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

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]

plp (°°

[@susiechen221]

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]

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]

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

[@thoribrewer4849]

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...

[@HermanIdzerda]

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]

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

[@jihadmohammad6214]

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]

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]

@@jsudhakar9187how did your kidneys get damaged?

[@barbarawebb7185]

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

[@jihadmohammad6214]

@@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]

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

[@drob517]

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.

[@OneRareCrayon]

same here

[@mmsd7193]

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

[@mrlaw711]

me, too.

[@clintlandrum9498]

I take them with extra virgin olive oil.

[@nadjibhafiane3100]

Same

[@vanesslifeygo]

doesn't this cause choking

[@clintlandrum9498]

@@vanesslifeygo if you're asking about choking on chia seeds with EVOO --- not with me.

[@paulabrooks622]

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_]

😂 right!!!

[@gavhlev2853]

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

[@navjotkaur2256]

So true 😂😂😂

[@camisnyder3460]

Hahahaha

[@jcelia09]

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

[@trohnb8104]

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

[@nobonitaganguly7582]

Loved it. And so effectively put!

[@karunamayiholisticinc]

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

[@lb7625]

do you believe In God?

[@HarshitDwivedi-bi9un]

Fuck god ​@@lb7625

[@fredamariebrown4727]

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

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

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

[@albanygual]

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]

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]

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]

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]

​@@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]

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.

[@chazie12345]

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]

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

[@linhnha1339]

@@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]

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

[@southerngrandma4353]

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

[@winnemucca2067]

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

[@madmax36640]

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

[@angharadswansea9343]

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.

[@andreaashley8783]

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

[@Garyinhou]

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

[@Gabrie177]

He is a comedian

[@mktoracle]

Same here 😅

[@lisaharmon5619]

This showed up on my feed. Thank you for the practical and pragmatic advice. Liked and subscribed ❤

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

Glad it was helpful! Not everybody appreciated my message, glad you did, thank you. Blessings, Dr Chan

[@bordenfleetwood5773]

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]

G0

[@teethandoendlovu8882]

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

[@cheriereynolds1806]

👍👍👍🎆

[@jennytoot111]

This was hilarious 😂 😂😂

[@charmzapanta9602]

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

[@ahammer8740]

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]

How do you make your chi seed not magic puddings?

[@maryamel3296]

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

[@aminaschmiat6476]

Great idea

[@droundyCubby]

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]

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

[@sehunlimitedsonyahoward1165]

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]

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]

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

[@TKBell1970]

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.

[@karenrodgers547]

FINALLY a licensed doctor has put this put this video out there for all those gym junkies that think buying all these healthy foods is doing them any good but still eat oily and fatty foods behind closed doors. Well explained😊

[@calvinrajan2728]

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]

Hi calvin

[@nobonitaganguly7582]

Absolutely right!!

[@donnamarie3969]

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

[@Inderjeet19391]

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]

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.

[@gloriagloria716]

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]

👏👏👏

[@Mariaaaaaaaa213]

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

[@gloriagloria716]

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

[@izzcheng]

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

[@the_medievalchick]

​@@izzcheng 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 😊

[@stanleybroderick8021]

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]

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]

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

[@terrypost2837]

Exactly

[@kirstinstrand6292]

Best in salads!

[@exveganinterviews]

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

[@manishachoudhry]

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

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

thank you for your encouraging words.

[@ranasmalling8306]

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

[@RoscoeTanner100]

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]

lol that's a great analogy!

[@norafox4789]

Heeheehaha HAHAHEEHEE 😂😆😂😆😂

[@anti-ethniccleansing465]

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.

[@Kittyheavenwith21cats]

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]

@@Kittyheavenwith21cats What are you talking about?? How can Chia seeds be bad for you? And what is wrong with omega 6 foods?

[@alphaagri-techltd4768]

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]

That is true xD. Gotta understand limits.

[@firdosshaikh5777]

Same bro same 🤩

[@sammonteroso4053]

True

[@Bigbentwoten]

how u used for constipation. plz share.

[@firdosshaikh5777]

@@Bigbentwoten 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 😆

[@aspenedgewalker]

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 🕉🙏❤️🙏🕉

[@thewayforward3330]

Excellent video……very informative and adds to my knowledge of the product and its uses 🙏🏾

[@annharris2109]

I liv my chia seeds, but woaaaah! I sure woke up when you started talking.😂 im from VA and everyone tells me I talk fast. Lol. You've surely got me beat. Great info

[@sixpackbinky]

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

[@alicedupreez1072]

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

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

Thank you. Blessings, Doc

[@cazzalyric]

No Chia seeds were harmed in the making of this video 😂 Perhaps sacrificed though 😅

[@BodyHealthy-Official]

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!

[@ifasewafatooyin4251]

YOU ARE A BRILLIANT TEACHER 💛STRAIGHT TO THE POINT IN A FUN WAY!

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

Thank you for your encouraging words, I appreciate them very much. But if you read the comments section in this video, there are many who might disagree with you 😅

[@HollyJSquad]

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]

Thanks, I’m still new to veganism.

[@Magnulus76]

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.

[@Kittyheavenwith21cats]

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

[@Jha0601]

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

[@rogeliapablo6794]

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

[@annalaura9388]

@@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]

@@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.

[@tangriland3651]

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

[@waltervetri2476]

Brilliantly explained Doctor Chan.Thank you.Vetri South Africa 🙏🇿🇦🙏

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

South Africa! I last visited South Africa almost 15 years ago, would love to revisit one day. 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

[@waltervetri2476]

@@TheHabitsDoctor Sorry about the negative comments but you have my support ,Sir.Vetri South Africa 🙏🇿🇦🙏

[@genesannes]

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.

[@divergentone777]

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

[@Heartbreaker1999-o5s]

How many cups of chia seeds tho ?

[@divergentone777]

@@Heartbreaker1999-o5s 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

[@Heartbreaker1999-o5s]

@@divergentone777 thank you so much :)

[@divergentone777]

@@Heartbreaker1999-o5s You are most welcome

[@yolandadupres9336]

Thank you Dr Chan ❤👌❤👌😎

[@JaneboG]

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

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

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

[@lilystonne4108]

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]

Bread is the worst

[@asifshuja8638]

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

[@cinnow]

Nothing wrong with rice. Your chia pud sounds tasteless.

[@ramonadcastillo]

I have to be honest, in the beginning of this video I really got excited. I thought what? He’s adding Chia seeds to everything and it’s going to be great for my “prediabetes, pre-high cholesterol pre-cardiovascular disease”. Then I watched the whole video and I was taken back by all of the new information. I was well educated tonight on all the things that Chia seeds are NOT. thank you Dr. Chan for this informative video I liked and subscribed because I liked what I subscribed to.🙏🤗

[@Yahlove578]

Thank you for your time uploading ❤

[@reneerodriguez2617]

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]

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

[@venomlily1651]

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]

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

[@ellebelle8515]

@@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.

[@jasmatteenaik2978]

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

[@bhupinderkaur2346]

Very useful emphasis upon better use of chia seeds ... thank u

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

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

[@normacazares8180]

Thank you for this video. I got me thinking.

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

👍👍

[@gendelavega9160]

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

[@kalanzindawula5483]

Soak chia sead overnight then blend it in the morning.

[@gendelavega9160]

@@kalanzindawula5483 Thanks Doc.

[@aravind9851]

@@kalanzindawula5483 thanks doc

[@Rashida961]

@@kalanzindawula5483 must it be blended?

[@heartears]

@@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?

[@anyoneanyone3808]

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

[@louisalevine3711]

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]

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

[@kathrynmarrero5263]

❤

[@juliamontalvo9717]

Subscribed. Loved your honesty ❤ Magic Dust😂😂😂

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

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

[@labellauk]

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

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

glad you found it useful. Blessings, Dr Chan

[@created2bless322]

I just had a smoothie made with almond milk, 1/2 c fruit and A tablespoon of chia seeds(for thickness) . I added stevia to sweeten it. The health benefits are a bonus! I get snacky after I get off of work, I’m hoping this helps curb my cravings. Thank you Dr👍🏼new subscriber 🙌🏼

[@iJSabelle007]

I just started my journey with chia seeds too. I am loving it! I soaked about 4 to 5 tablespoons in unsweetened organic coconut milk then drop in some blueberries strawberries and bananas! Amazingly satisfying in the morning.

[@RandomHuTaoSimp]

You call all that healthy? sounds like a nasty bomb of anti-nutrients to me. do your gut bacteria a favor by getting rid of it all.

[@Inderjeet19391]

That is awesome. I just 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 running. I hope I am doing it right?

[@VIpanfried]

Might want to rethink the Stevia though.

[@rosa4ka]

I don’t trust stivia sugar! Best result , unfiltered row honey !

[@ManOfSteel1]

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.

[@ladymagentaspirit]

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

[@erenaathaide9365]

Doct chan Plz guide us Which is the right way to consume chia seeds

[@yolie_ny6449]

Thank you Doctor for your comments and advice.

[@zirdeux1887]

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.

[@floridaknight3052]

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.

[@Yahlove578]

Great victory for you God is good

[@floridaknight3052]

@Yahlove578 Well as it turns out, my inflammation was due to my posture. It was wearing my feet out. I noticed the issue when I seen myself on my security camera. Ever since then I started working on my posture, being less forward leaning and all my body pains disappeared

[@MrBIGZ1964]

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.

[@roberttate-q3e]

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

[@johncronin5311]

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

[@joanneineson9516]

Adding a tablespoon to my overnight oats, great and filling breakfast! LOVED your video!

[@mallemehryar9965]

Thank you for shedding light on this common misconception about chia seed as a Magic dust eraser.

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

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

[@irmamendoza5763]

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]

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

[@Tropicalbliss45]

@@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.

[@dr.soukainaelomari6550]

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

[@helentew6393]

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]

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]

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

[@lancewilber1119]

Got it , change lifestyle & eating habits along with natural healing foods like chia seeds .

[@zacharycampbell1395]

I grind them in my coffee grinder before making a pudding, I think you'll get the omega 3's easier. I try to eat them before every meal so the fiber can meditate my blood sugar levels.

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

yes we absorb better the nutrients from eating Chia Seeds ground than eating them whole, I did a video on this kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXK0pKmbbsinbsksi=TxIQzH_n2XCmz2Er

[@conniesison4250]

Chia Seeds not a magic at all but we as individual has a control of our own eating habit. But Chia Seeds has tons of health benefits that we can get from it instead of depending on pills 🙂

[@robg2347]

That’s all most of the doctors here in the States do. Here take these pills.

[@vikingdogmanship]

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

[@HaseenaAli_FromAustralia]

Hi Doc, I take one tablespoon of chia seeds and soak them in one glass of water for two hours and after that I drink it . Is it good way to consume it ?

[@vikingdogmanship]

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

[@sakthivimal6205]

Dr can I use soaked chia seed overnight and take it with warm water adding lemon for weight loss drink is it good

[@mufflelee]

truelly amazing explanation.

[@jenilthakkar-sq5mi]

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!

[@pt6998]

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

[@n.sh.42]

I add chia seeds to my salad or egg. It works as a healthy filler for me. Before meal if I can, I drink a glass of water with chia seeds in it, It fills my stomach, hopefully I eat a little less. I don't use it as magic dust to burn calories, but a natural healthy filler, like cucumber, or lettuce...

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

Chia seeds are a great healthy ingredient to keep handy in the pantry. I use chia seeds often in my cooking, 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

[@n.sh.42]

@@TheHabitsDoctor Thanks!

[@marvindanny436]

Hello N Sh😊

[@fatouseckprimus]

lmaoooo Dr. Chan why you read us like that?!

[@heenab4898]

Very very well said doc. Thank you.

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

I get some viewers who are angry and offended by this video either because they think I am either sprouting 'common sense' or 'rubbish' in the video, which they find useless or 'wrong'. Thanks for understanding my intent and message in the video. Blessings

[@ma.analynernestine5482]

Salute you Doctor, Watching from Philippines,Thank you!

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

Thank you for your encouraging words. Blessings

[@MariaMartinez-jb3zn]

Yes you have to eat healthy to gain benefits of chia seeds🙏🏽🙋🏻‍♀️👍🏽

[@tee6394]

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]

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.

[@wyominggirl2835]

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]

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]

Lol…tell it like it is Doc!!! 💯

[@monicad351]

Smh.

[@wyominggirl2835]

@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?

[@susanhickman1746]

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!

[@Kobetyant]

Excellent explanation doctor Chan. 👍👍👍

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

Thank you for your encouraging words. Much appreciated. Blessings, Dr Chan

[@jacquie1014]

I use chia seeds in my lemon/ ginger water to help with fiber digestion .. I use with unsweetened coconut milk to make a pudding I also use them in my kabucha drinks.. Chia seeds are a supplemental food ..for digestion

[@judyhoffman1359]

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]

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]

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

[@screllin]

Chia seeds work wonders for my constipation and that is magic all in itself!

[@dwarkaprasad8607]

How r u taking chia seed for constipation. Pl plz tell

[@screllin]

@@dwarkaprasad8607 I soak a tablespoon of them in hot water and add them to Greek yogurt with berries and cashews (brekkie bowl just look it up on you tube) or I make a peppermint tea and add a tablespoon to the drink and again leave then to soak in the liquid. Hope this helps

[@Bella-eh5vu]

That's weird chia affecting my digestion..it makes me constipated lol

[@varunvc532]

@@Bella-eh5vu Lack of water consumption, had them get me constipated. They are highly fibrous, but they are great water absorbents. If consumed along-side high water consumption they do wonders for constipation, else they'd dry up the feces making it harder to pass. (But are the known from controlling loose motions? I wonder.)

[@living9377]

@@Bella-eh5vu it could be that you don’t drink enough water. If you are severely dehydrated it will make things worse. Drink even more water if you take chia seeds. Remember chia seeds are like sponges, they absorb water. So if you don’t have much to begin with well your stool will become hard like rocks. Chia seeds absorb water and become gel like and move through your digestive system to help with removing water and formation of stool because of the high soluble and insoluble high fiber content.

[@Publiclighthouse]

You can tell this video was very cathartic for this doctor. He was tired of the way patients justified their continued poor food choices by using chia seeds as a supplement. And he is correct on every point.

[@laskatz3626]

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.

[@passingwind1007]

IF you're after a high dose Omega3, Chia Seeds is the cleanest & safest! It also contains Amino Acids & Minerals. While Animal based Omega3 is popular, it contains many Impurities & Contaminants which is not removed even after processing.

[@elingrome5853]

ill have some line caught sockeye Salmon :)

[@genchwanlim2970]

No way Omega 3 from plants can be as good as Omega 3 from fish. Plant based omega 3 are mostly ALA which is not really efficient for human bodies to use it. There's no substitute for delicious oily fish

[@vikingdogmanship]

@@genchwanlim2970 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

[@camillehendricks9819]

I love Chia Seeds so much the texture is literally why I eat it 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@tashrichardson4775]

Same girl hahaha I am addicted to the texture of them 😂😂 I even brought them with me when I was going into labour and the recovery room hahaha

[@3Muchlove]

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

[@do7hemath937]

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

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

😀

[@trudybongers3534]

❤❤ Dr .Chan your sooooooo right... thanks for your lessons learned.... greetings from Roermond in the Netherlands 🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

Hi Trudy, thanks for your encouraging words. Greetings from tiny Singapore! Blessings. Dr Chan

[@christinabrown6442]

I make chia pudding for breakfast with unsweetened almond milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, a tablespoon of honey and top with fresh fruit and unsweetened coconut shreds, and nut butter 🤤😋.

[@johncronin5311]

That is what he is talking about, chia will not help your sugar bomb

[@preeta8275]

Hi Dr Chan! This is my first video of your channel and I am super impressed. i remember in college our professor advised us to use sex or humor as mnemonic devices as one remembers those forever. You did that very cleverly here. i also read your note of gratitude for any response which i thought was a great response. but then I also read how disheartened you become as negative responses take their toll. please remember you are a pioneer.pioneers always have it tough. please protect your heart n keep making these videos. In the US this kinda info is rare. no one has easy access to. you are doing a service to the English speaking world! you are transforming lives. our world is very sick. you help ppl find answers. more importantly you appreciate also Singaporean so u bring another perspective to this table instead of the typical hackneyed western perspective. 🙏🏾 Off to check out your other videos too.

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

Hi Preeta, thank you for dropping by my channel and your encouraging words. It has been a steep learning curve for me ever since I made the decision to start this KZbin channel at the start of the pandemic last year. But like you have noted, I was discouraged and had stopped making videos regularly for the past few months. Am taking this 'break' to rethink whether to continue making videos, and what kind of videos I should focus on making that would be helpful in awakening and activating people to unlock the tremendous power of appropriate lifestyle habits changes and improvement because I want to make a difference but if my videos are not, then there's no point. Thank you for your very thoughtful note. Really much appreciated. Best, Dr Chan.

[@zihuitan5037]

Hahaha I literally laughed out loud when you added chia seeds in char kway teow and instant noodles. Do people actually do that? That’s a first!

[@TheHabitsDoctor]

hahaha, glad that my video brought some you some laughter :-), I was doing that to illustrate and put across the point that many people wrongly think that adding chia seeds to unhealthy foods would make the unhealthy food less unhealthy, that adding chia seeds to nutrient poor foods would make the food 'healthier' .. and I have actually seen quite a number of people putting chia seeds into instant noodles ..

[@ruhikhan2695]

No way

[@goofygirl1311]

Chia seeds mixed into 1/2 cup unflavored almond milk and then sweetened with vanilla extract, cinnamon, some sugar free maple syrup and topped with fresh blueberries and crumbled pecans is so good! I eat it sometimes for breakfast and other times as an after dinner dessert.

[@tabitablea8935]

He’s absolutely right. I’m shocked that anyone would think otherwise 😵‍💫.