If you are on a healthy track, chances are, you have purchased avocado and have probably swapped crisps for almonds when it comes to snacking. You are also adding sugar-free peanut butter to anything and everything you can possibly think of. While that’s all great and you need healthy fats and omega-3s for energy, if you go too far with your fat consumption no matter how healthy it is, you will start seeing adverse effect on your body. Instead, sprinkle some seeds rich in omega-3 fatty acid to your oatmeal, smoothie, or cereal for a boost of protein, fibre and antioxidants.

1. Blend Hemp Seeds in Smoothie

Add hemp seeds to your smoothie for extra protein. Add a handful of hemp seeds in your blender with other ingredients of the smoothie. When the smoothie is done, you won’t even realise that the seeds are present.

2. Make Sauces with Pumpkin Seeds

You can grind the pumpkin seeds with other ingredients of your sauce and add the goodness of the seeds to your side dish. Pumpkin seeds taste best in pesto sauce and tartar sauce. Sesame Seeds Benefits: 8 Advantages of Til for Your Hair, Skin and Overall Health

3. Drizzle Flaxseeds Over Salads

Sprinkle roasted and muddled flaxseeds over salads to level up their nutrition quotient. The salad will be fulfilling and the texture of the seeds will eliminate the need of something crunchy. Benefits of Fennel Seeds: 7 Reasons Why You Should Chew on Saunf After Meals.

4. Eat Chia Seeds As A Snack

Chia seeds have a neutral taste but it can be enhanced by adding some spices and other ingredients. You can simply prepare a chia seed snack by roasting them and adding onions, tomatoes, salt and pepper. Round off the dish with a squeeze of zesty lemon juice. Carry this snack to work or relish it in the comfort of your home. Weight Loss Tip of the Week: How to Use Chia Seeds to Lose Weight (Watch Video)

5. Add Sunflower Seeds To Desserts

Who said your desserts can’t be healthy? Give almonds and cashews a break and revamp your desserts with a smattering of roasted pumpkin seeds. Apart from mild creaminess, they will also add in some healthful content to the dish.

Types of omega-3 PUFAs are also found in walnuts, and leafy green vegetables, so even if you don't like seafood, be sure you add omega-3-rich foods into your diet.

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