I remember wanting a Chia pet after seeing the commercials for them when I was younger but I never thought of eating one. Until recently, when I was watching Dr. Oz on television and he spoke a lot about chia seeds and it’s many health benefits. Of course, he doesn’t mean to eat the Chia […]
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I first noticed it on Facebook and then noticed it on various news websites – there was some sort of huge chia seed craze from what I could gather. What are chia seeds anyway and do I remember those old chia pet commercials? The answer sounded like yes to chia pets, but those chia concerns […]
Overview Chia seeds are full of protein, fiber, protein and omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. 1 tsp. of chia seeds in 1/4 cup of water will turn gelatinous. This reaction also takes place in the stomach, separating carbohydrates from digestive enzymes. The reaction benefits dieters and diabetics because it keeps hunger at bay and balances […]
Do you remember Chia’s once famous pet? To create a chia pet, moistened chia seeds are spread over the surface of the terracotta animal figure. After watering the seeds, the figure grow “hair” sprouts in the shape of chia to resemble animal skin. This phenomenon has fascinated many since childhood in the 1980s. Now it […]