If you have decided that you want to add chia seeds to your diet, you have taken a step towards receiving the many health benefits they have to offer. Chia seeds are able to be purchased in most grocery stores throughout the US and the UK. You can also find chia seeds in health food […]
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Did you know the Aztecs and Mayans were cultivating chia plants long before Columbus arrived in the “New World”? Native to Mexico and Guatemala, chia has long been an important crop of that region, where the seeds are used whole or ground in food and drinks. In recent years the popularity of chia seeds has […]
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Introduction Are you thinking of joining the heated debate over whether chia seeds or flaxseeds are the better choice for your health? Both are superfoods and provide numerous benefits to your body. Bothalso rank well above most other foods in terms of nutritional value.So, if they are so similar, what sets one apart from the […]
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Salvia hispanica L., a grain commonly called chia, has remained generally unknown to most of the world as a nutritional commodity until recently. Sometimes referred to as Mexican chia, black chia, or Spanish sage, it came into public view in the U.S. with the Chia Pet, a fad that began in 1977. However, it has […]
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Chia seeds are one of the most promising superfoods being studied for their nutritional benefits and they’re proving to live up to the name given to them by the early Mayans, a name which means “strength”. First, they contain extraordinary amounts of fiber, which is good news for your digestion, bowels, liver, and heart. They […]
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Chia seeds have a mild nutty flavor that lends itself to a variety of dishes both savory and sweet, making them easy to use in all sorts of main dishes, side dishes, snacks, and desserts. They’re also gluten-free and have been shown to have some exceptional health properties. If you’re not accustomed to taking chia, […]
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