Chia: Introducing The Wonder Seed...

Last night I found myself in what I affectionately call a "Wholefoods Stupor" which is a state I obtain when I spend hours pottering the aisles of Wholefoods with an empty basket with a slightly glazed look on my face contemplating the various opportunities to purchase previously unknown food-stuffs at a price point roughly higher than the price per gram of Gold Bullion.

Last nights foray was to gather intel on a little wonder seed that keeps popping up on my radar.  Readers let me introduce you to THE CHIA SEED. These little babies pack a powerful punch, chokka full of Omega-3 fats and Fibre, they are a great source of Manganese, Phosphorus and Calcium.  They can be used in smoothies, salads, puddings drinks and even come in handy shot sized packets should your require your fix on the go.

Super easy to include in your diet they are virtually flavourless (when included in just water as a natural energy drink as suggested on Oh She Glows they have a vague although not unpleasant wheaty flavour).

Here are some of the reasons why people are raving about Chia:

1. They can help regulate your appetite - keeping you fuller for longer
2. Super hydrating powers, they can absorb 9-10 times their weight in water
3. Tests are still being carried out, but they could reduce blood pressure
4. Stabilising blood sugar by preventing blood sugar spikes
5. Packed with Omega-3, Phosphosus, and Magensium and loads of other goodies mean stronger bones, bodies and great digestion.
6. They are a really easy source of protein, so a great post work-out and a natural energy drink.