Sabja seeds, tukmaria, basil seeds, organic great quality, product of India, ships from Montreal 100gms
The health benefits of basil seeds include their ability to improve digestive health, aid in weight loss, regulating blood sugar, cooling the body, relieving stress, reducing inflammation and preventing certain infections. They are particularly used as an addition to beverages and desserts.
Here are some ways the fiber in basil seeds may benefit your health:
Helps you meet your fiber quota. Just 1 tablespoon (13 grams or 0.5 ounces) of basil seeds supplies 7 grams of fiber — 25% of the RDI. ...
May support gut health. ...
May help you feel full. ...
May aid blood sugar control. ...
May improve cholesterol.
Basil seeds are a little larger than chia seeds but have a similar nutritional profile.
Here’s how 1 tablespoon (13 grams or 0.5 ounces) of the seeds compare (28Trusted Source):
Basil seeds Chia seeds
Calories 60 60
Total fat 2.5 grams 3 grams
Omega-3 fat 1,240 mg 2,880 mg
Total carbs 7 grams 5 grams
Dietary fiber 7 grams 5 grams
Protein 2 grams 3 grams
Calcium 15% of the RDI 8% of the RDI
Iron 10% of the RDI 9% of the RDI
Magnesium 10% of the RDI 8% of the RDI