Chia seeds can pose a choking hazard if consumed incorrectly. An article in Time magazine highlighted this risk. Consuming the seeds without soaking or roasting them can lead to complications, including esophageal obstruction, which requires immediate medical attention.
In fact, dried seeds can absorb up to 27 times their weight in water, creating a gelatinous mass that can accumulate in the esophagus, causing choking. Therefore, it’s important to soak or roast them before consuming them.
3. They may inhibit blood clotting.
