What's the big deal about "Chia" seeds?

Just tried my first taste of chia seeds..(actually it has a neutral taste)

I just added it as toppings along with bananas, flaxseeds and a little unsalted butter to my morning old fashioned rolled oats. It provided a little crunchy texture to an already delicious breakfast.

What's the big deal about Chia Seeds? Isn't that the same thing that is used to make the popular Chia Pets? The New Health Food..

Little is known, however, of the seeds tremendous nutritional value and properties.

For centuries this tiny little seed was used by the Indians of the south west and Mexico. Its use as a high energy endurance food has been recorded as far back as the ancient Aztecs.  

This unique little seed has exceptional nutrition value and structural health benefits. 

 You can usually find chia seeds at markets, healthfood stores or online (The Raw Food Store). I believe you will soon find them in local grocery stores and added into other foods. 

Any age bracket could benefit from adding the seeds to their diet. Whether it is for physical activity, added nutrition, controlling weight or sugar levels, the seeds have been known to help all of these.

 

Multiple Benefits:

• Diabetes 
• Protein
• Omega-3
• Fiber
• Better absorption of nutrients
• A muscle and tissue builder and an energizer of endurance   
• A rich source of calcium 
• Great for Dieters

Slows the conversion of carbohydrates into sugar - offers the ability for creating endurance. Carbohydrates are the fuel for energy in our bodies. Prolonging their conversion into sugar stabilizes metabolic changes, diminishing the surges of highs and lows creating a longer duration in their fueling effects.

There is a wealth of benefits/information beyond what I can provide in this blog. Check it out! 

I'm thinking about trying out these muffins - Pumpkin-Chia Seed Muffins

As with anything you put in your body, remember God created us a unique human beings - check out this link  for possible side effects: (it can lower your blood pressure) and check with your doctor.

Excerpts from:

http://www.living-foods.com/articles/chia.html

http://www.therawfoodworld.com/index.php?main_page=index