Chia seeds have long been considered a rich source of fibre, now a part of every trendy diet regime, and they can be a superfood for your gut health. But is it all social media trends, or is it really backed by nutrition science?

There are several low-carb diets which prescribe chia seed water as a detox drink to sip on. On the other hand, chia in yoghurt is considered a healthy breakfast option. Similarly, several other foods like rolled oats face the dilemma between savoury and sweet. NHS surgeon, Dr Karan Rajan, took to social media and finally settled the debate whether chia yoghurt is better than chia water.

What ‘works better’?

If your goal is to rack up your protein and probiotics, Dr Rajan believes, “Chia in yoghurt works better.” This is because it facilitates the seeds in hy

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