Some great insights about chia from Kevin Gianini: Chia Chia is trendy these days, and for one good reason. They’re loaded with fiber (a ridiculous 11 grams per ounce!), the perfect mix of omega fats, a surprising amount of calcium, and a special fiber that prevents diabetes, among other things. In many countries, chia seeds are used as a digestive tonic. For example, when I was in Costa Rica, I tried a local drink called “chan” where chia seeds are thrown a sort of fruit juice. The seeds expand and become gelatinous, which creates a very nice consistency to the drink. Here’s a healthy way to prepare the drink: Add 2 tablespoons of chia to 5 cups of water and bring to a rolling boil for one minute. Remove from heat and let it set uncovered until it cools. In blender, combine liquid, lemon/lime, and honey (to taste) and liquefy for seven seconds. At this point, if you do not want the pulp, strain. Chill in the refrigerator and serve cold. Note that you might not get all the benefits of chia unless the seeds are pulverized. Otherwise, they are not digested. However, soaked chia seeds have other benefit
Posted on: Tue, 16 Jul 2013 18:08:29 +0000
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