Basil Seed - Tiny Seed Packed With Great Nutrition

Over View Little Black Basil Seed

If you are looking for a simple and effective juice item that is loaded with amazing benefits for your health, basil seed drink is a great choice for you. Basil seed is known as sabja seeds, tukmaria, etc. It is similar in size to chia seeds and become gelatinous when soaked in water. This little black seed is reported to have antioxidant, anticancer, antiviral, antibacterial, antispasmodic, and antifungal properties.

How to Consume Basil Seed?

After soaking in water for around 30 minutes, basil seeds can consume. The seed becomes soft and doubles its normal size. After swelling completely, they will start releasing antioxidants and digestive enzymes. It has mildly fragrant for blending with a variety of drinks, ice creams, and desserts.

Nutrition in Basil Seed

Basil seed is good for those on a weight loss diet though very low on calories. This little seed is rich in carbs, a high amount of protein, fiber, and other necessary nutrients.

According to USDA, 100g of basil seeds contains:

Calories: 473k

Protein: 20g

Fat: 25g

Fiber: 40.5g

Omega 3 Fatty Acids: 14.25g

In addition to the above nutritional components, it also contains many minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, etc.

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1.High on Fiber

Basil seed is a great source of fiber which keeps you satiated for longer hours, curbs hunger pangs, and improves good cholesterol. It also keeps you energized and prevents chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and cancers related to the stomach.

2.Rich in Protein

Basil seed is a natural source of protein with 20% for every 100 grams. Protein in basil seed helps to strengthen bones, skin, muscles, etc. It also helps to produce enzymes, hormones, and other body chemicals for better functioning of the body.

3.Great Source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids

Due to being rich in Omega 3 fatty acids, this little seed helps to fight depression, improve vision, and avoid the risk factors that can lead to heart-related problems. That is the reason why it is one of the foods that are good for patients suffering from chronic inflammation.

4.Rich In Carbohydrates

Being loaded with 42% of carbs for every 100 grams, these seeds provide instant energy to the body. The carbs in these seeds fuel metabolism and aid the functioning of the kidneys, heart, and central nervous system.

Health Benefits

1.Helps in Weight loss

These seed can be used for weight management purposes. It is full of fiber that makes your stomach full and does not feel hungry for a long time. It has a gelatinous texture when soaked, so it is easy to mix with drinks and desserts. You can pair with cold desserts; smoothies and milkshakes; lemonade or other drinks; yogurt; oatmeal, etc. People can also grind and add them to baking recipes, rather than soaking them in water.

2.Boosts immune system

Basil seed is known to have antispasmodic properties that are beneficial for the treatment of these ailments. That is the reason why this little seed can treat common cough and flu. Thanks to a rich source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and other nutrients, they help increase immunity.

3.Goods for Blood Sugar Levels

Basil seed is considered to be good for type 2 diabetics as it is known to keep a check on blood sugar levels. It can help to slow down the metabolism of your body and thus controls the conversion of carbohydrates into glucose.

Some studies show that it was observed that if people consume it just before a meal, their blood sugar level does not shoot up after the meal.

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4.Beat the Heat

During summers, when the sun is scorching hot, you should try a basil seed drink. It is naturally refreshing and makes you feel instantly cool from within. This seed is known to reduce body heat and have a soothing effect on the stomach. You can mix this little black seed with lemonade, coconut water, coconut milk, milkshakes, smoothies, yogurt, etc.

5.Benefits for Skin

Some studies suggest that basil seed contains flavonoids like orientin and vicenin that have antioxidant effects. These flavonoids help to boost the health of the skin and promote the formation of new skin cells. It also helps to produce collagen which enhances skin elasticity and helps slow down aging.

6.Improves Oral Health

Black little seed has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-viral, etc. That is the reason why it has an effective mouth freshener. It also helps to protect against a wide array of dental problems too such as bad breath, cavities, and plague.