Chia Seed… Just another seed?

Chia seeds are similar to the familiar flaxseed. But, there is much more packed into the little Chia seed that will give Flaxseed a run for it’s money. Chia provides both omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in your diet. Chia is easily stored and won’t become rancid with age like Flaxseed. Chia digests well when eaten whole or may be used in hundreds of possible receipes. The only flavor Chia will add is a slight nutty taste and a huge amount of nutrition.

Omega-3’s are the good fats that do a great deal for us. They nourish the brain, lower cholesterol, protect against inflammation and ward off heart disease to name a few. Fish such as Salmon are the usual sources for omega-3’s in our diet. But, as concerns grow about the presence of toxins in fish, alternative plant sources of omega-3’s, like flaxseed and chia seed, are becoming more important. A great factor with Chia Seed is that it doesn’t have cholesterol like most fish.

The black, white, brown, and every shade inbetween are all equally nutritious. A blend of the two types of Chia is a great marriage.

Vegetarians find Chia Seeds to be a valuable protein source.

The chia seeds come from the desert plant Salvia hispanica, and have been eaten for thousands of years by Aztecs and Mayans.

It is easy to add chia to your current diet. Chia may be added to pretty much any meal including: smoothies, yogurt with oats and fruit, cereal, baked goods, pancakes, etc.

Questions? Comments?

What are your experiences with the mighty Chia Seed?