20/07/2015
*** Basil Seeds Vs Chia Seeds: The Key Differences ***
1. They’re from different parts of the world. Basil seeds derive (unsurprisingly) from the basil plant; which is native to both the Mediterranean and India. Chia seeds, on the other hand; hail from Mexico and Guatemala.
2. They’re consumed differently. This is the really significant difference. Basil seeds cannot be eaten raw. Instead, you’ll need to soak them for at least a couple of hours in water. However, chia seeds can be consumed both raw and soaked; depending on how you want to use them.
3. Apearance. The seeds actually look quite different when you compare them. Basil seeds are black, tiny and shaped almost like a minute grain of rice. Chia seeds are a little bit larger, more oval in shape, and come in a variety of colours; including grey, brown, white and black.
4. Nutritional content. Both seeds offer certain nutritional benefits, but it’s generally thought that chia seeds are ‘better’ for you; as they contain antioxidants, fibre, calcium, protein and many other key minerals. However, basil seeds contain plenty of iron.
5. Benefits to the body. Chia seeds help to maintain healthy blood pressure and blood sugar levels in the body. Studies conducted on animals also indicate that they help lower cholesterol and promote improved cardiovascular health. Basil seeds, on the other hand, function well as a diuretic and aid digestion. The richness of the iron in basil seeds also helps to improve quality of the blood.
6. Price. Basil seeds are more readily available, and as a result, are generally cheaper than chia seeds, which need to be imported all the way from Central America.
*** Continue: The translation to bahasa Indonesia on the next post ***
Be healthy and happy,
SF Team