India, March 22 -- Chia seeds are hailed as a superfood, packed with essential nutrients like fibre, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants. These tiny seeds have found their way into a variety of diets, appearing in everything from puddings to smoothies. But are you having them the right way? Irrespective of the good benefits, much like every good thing, chia seeds, too, come with a caveat: they need to be consumed mindfully.

Dr Kunal Sood responded to a viral video of an internet user who pleaded to stop drinking chia seed water after getting admitted to the hospital. In his reaction, Dr Sood explained the benefits of chia seeds and the ideal ways to consume them safely.

Chia seed's impressive nutritional profile makes it a superfood. ...