What is Hindi name for chia?

Chia seed is a native of Mexico and it does not have an Indian name. However, it has time and again been confused with basil seeds which are also known as Sabja in Hindi. Be it in appearance, origin or health benefits; Chia seeds are different from Sabja in numerous ways.

Is Tukmaria same as chia seeds?

Also known as basil seeds or tukmaria–they are often touted as the Indian alternative to chia seeds. Sabja seeds have been around since forever.

What do you call chia seeds in India?

The sweet basil seeds do resemble the chia seeds and is known by the names Sabja seeds or falooda seeds or tukmaria in India. They are basically the seeds of the sweet basil.

Is chia and Sabja seeds same?

The main difference is that Sabja seeds are black in colour and round in appearance while Chia seeds are grey, white, black in colour, oval in shape and slightly bigger than Sabja seeds. While chia seeds take time to absorb water, Sabja seeds swell up instantly after soaking in water.

Is the chia plant in the same family as Basil?

Both chia and basil plants belong to the same family Lamiaceae (mints). Seeds of these plants are edible and are used in different ways. The herb basil is scientifically known as Ocimum basilicum, and it is native to India and the Mediterranean regions.

What kind of flower is holy basil plant?

Holy basil ( Ocimum tenuiflorum ), commonly known in the Hindi language as tulsi, is quite possibly the most revered medicinal herb on the planet. Holy basil is a plant that has violet flowers and blossoms; the stems are green, but sometimes have a purple tinge.

What’s the difference between holy basil and holy Tulsi?

In Sanskrit, we have two categorized Tulsi such as Rama Tulsi and Krsna Tulsi. In Malayalam it is called Trittavu. In Marathi as Tulshi, Tulasi in Tamil, Thulsi in Telugu and finally Holy Basil in English. They have different shades of green and texture for different Tulsi that are growing widely at each region or country.

Why are chia seeds and basil seeds good for You?

Runners and warriors in ancient times were given chia seeds to maintain their strength and stamina. Chia means “strength”, while basil means “royal”. They can make your food royal and can make you stronger. It is always safe and beneficial to include natural energy boosters in your diet.

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