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The Health Benefits Of Chia Seeds With 3 Simple Recipes!

Chia seeds have been all the rage for quite some time now. My personal favorite has always been the flax seed but, in my quest to tweak my diet for the New Year, I have decided to consume more chia seeds. Guess what? There is no need to grind chia seeds before eating them to obtain their nutritional benefits, whereas flax seeds must be ground first. This is reason enough for me to pursue the almighty chia!

The truth of the matter is that when I hear the words “chia seeds,” I automatically think of a Chia Pet.

Although the chia pet does not look too appetizing, the three simple chia seed recipes in this post certainly do! Before we get to those recipes, let’s take a look at some of the health benefits of chia seeds.

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Chia seeds are not only a great source of the essential fatty acids omega-3 and omega-6, but they provide the body with much needed fiberprotein and iron. Accordingly, chia seeds can help reduce blood pressurestabilize blood glucose levelsboost energy levels and metabolismreduce pain and inflammation, aid in weight loss and help the body with the detoxification and elimination process. Apparently, the essential fatty acids provided by chia seeds also make cell membranes more flexible thereby making nerve transmission more efficient. This helps to improve brain function, including memory and concentration.

Chia seeds can simply be added to smoothies and juices, or sprinkled on cereals, salads and vegetables. I thought you might enjoy these 3 super simple recipes using chia seeds…

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