Happy Tuesday !!
So, questions have been coming in in regards to the health benefits of the Chia Seed and I wanted to shed some light on the topic. The Chia Seed is a GREAT option for vegetarians and vegans who cannot get their Omega-3 fats from fish.
Quick Comparison Facts:
Flaxseed verses the Chia Seed: The truth is their both phenomenal plant sources of a combination of fiber, protein and omega-3's. However, chia does have slightly more of all three, compared to flax.
Recipe Ideas:
Plus, because chia absorbs liquid to form a gel, the ground seeds make an excellent thickening agent in soups, sauces and marinades (in place of flour or cornstarch), in smoothies (in place of some yogurt) and for baking (mix one tablespoon of ground chia with 1/4 cup of water to replace an egg). 2 tablespoons of whole chia seeds dissolved in a glass of chilled water and a twist of lemon is quite tasty as well.
Don't Waste Your SuperFood Making a Chia-Pet !! ;))
Seriously, look for some at your healthy grocery store today and enjoy the powerful benefits of this ancient seed; it has been around since 1500 B.C. !!
In Health,
Zeke Samples - IFA, - IDEA
Contributing author for www.FitAphrodite.com
surrealbody@gmail.com
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