What are the health risks of chia seeds – Nutrition

There are several reasons why you should be careful when adding chia seeds to your diet, Sports.kz reports with reference to Championat.com.

This was stated by registered dietitian nutritionist Amy Brownstein.

Allergy. This is a rare occurrence, but still possible. An allergic reaction to chia seeds may cause dizziness, eczema and itchy lesions on the hands, and swelling of the face.

Excess fiber. The standard serving size of chia seeds is 28.85 grams, which is equivalent to about 2.5 tablespoons. If you eat a third of a cup in one sitting, you'll get about 22 grams of fiber, or about 60-80% of your daily value.

This is a fairly large serving, which may cause side effects such as stomach discomfort, especially if you are not used to a lot of fiber in your…