Are chia seeds good for energy?

[robmolecule]

I'm backwards researching this after putting some in my smoothie this morning. I bought them just for the fiber, protein and omega 3s. But I feel super energized, beginning even before I drank my coffee.

So I searched online and found a number of sites claiming it gives an all day energy boost. Now I'm usually skeptical of claims as subsequent self experimentation suffers from confirmation bias. But I thought I'd at least share that I found I had an energy boost before even knowing this was a claimed benefit.

I have subsequently ordered some flax seeds (ground) and hemp hearts (whole). I have used flax in smoothies before. I know these need to be ground to digest. I bought ground chia after assuming the same but from searches it seems it is not necessary.

https://www.chatelaine.com/health/diet/chia-seeds-a-superfood-to-give-you-long-lasting-energy/

https://www.mammachia.com/chia-seeds-for-energy/

https://www.bonappetit.com/test-kitchen/ingredients/article/chia-seeds

Comments

[riverflows]

I always use them as a protein boost in smoothies and an energy bar i make. Try #naturalmedicine... some folk there might have more to add.

[robmolecule]

Thanks! I've been meaning to look into making my own energy bars. My peanut allergy prevents me from eating most commercial energy bars.

[riverflows]

I have an awesome recipe I adapt that is so easy and a great protein slice.

Here you go!

Incaberry & Pecan Maple Muesli Bars with Chocolate Reishi Topping

I cant actually find the post about the loaf and the link doesnt work, but I adapt this recipe and its awesome:

https://www.sbs.com.au/food/recipes/life-changing-loaf-bread

Sliced, its definitely more a 'bar' and you can swap out ingredients.

[exhaust]

I originally heard about Chia seeds in a running book, where the local indigenous community would use them as a high energy supplement. Sorta like running gels, but more natural.

I think the book was actually Born to Run.

Curious if other runners out there have some good recommendations on natural / healthy energy drinks.

[robmolecule]

I'm not a runner but I'm a cyclist, so this could also be good riding. Thanks for the link! I'll have to try this next time without drinking coffee to see if the benefits last all day.