We've all seen those little funny clay animals which sprout hair when irrigated. They are covered in seeds of Chia. They have existed for years and have become an American tradition. Who would have thought that these same tiny seeds would now be an important source of nutrition?
Chia comes from the word Azteca, "known", which means fat. It is high in omega 3 fatty acids; in fact it has more than any other grain - even more than flax seed. It has the perfect omega-3 omega-6 ratio. This unsaturated fatty acid is essential for the most successful features of the body.
Since 2,500 BC seeds of chia have been used as human food. Known as "the food of execution", these seeds were cultivated by the ancient mayas and Aztecs. We are only now beginning to discover the importance of this grain.
Chia is loaded with calcium, boron and other necessary minerals; antioxidants, vitamins and fiber. It is a complete source of protein, the amino acids in perfect balance. In fact it is the perfect food. The ancient Aztec valued chia as it traded as currency. In those days everything that could increase resistance and control appetite, considered valuable. It enabled them to keep long hunting expeditions and war attacks.
Chia seed has the ability to absorb approximately 12 times its weight in liquid. Due to this factor, it is a dieter dream. If what is called "Chia gel", becomes a nutritious drink that fills you, thus decreasing appetite. To do this gel, simply add 1/3 cup seeds of Chia to two cups of water. Shake well, breaking any you kill and store in the refrigerator for 12 hours before drinking. It can be stored there for at least two weeks. I endorse in a bottle of glass with a lid adjusted.
Drink a third cup of Chia gel in the occurrence of acid reflux can be eliminated for many people. Try to drink a lot three times a day. This could prevent it at all. I know people that swallows a teaspoon of seeds raw if they experience acid reflux. Seeds absorb acid and water. Of course you don't want to eat too much crude at a time when seed unless it has a lot of acid... could absorb the stomach. It is better to be conservative and find out what is effective for you.
Chia has other beneficial qualities. It has a neutral flavour. It is easily digested and assimilated. It is soothing to the stomach and esophagus, and has healing properties. Slippery elm, is rich in soluble fiber mucilloid, allowing to quell the Fiery pain in the esophagus and stomach. In ancient times Indians used to prevent infection and speed up healing time, by the seed of packaging in open wounds.
Chía gel can be incorporated in many other foods without watering down the taste, while moving of fat and calories. Brilliantly works to improve the flavor of the replacement of fat. For these reasons, Chía gel should be important, if not vital part of the diet of acid reflux.
It may be mixed with hot oatmeal, pancakes, and mass of biscuits for breakfast. It is delicious mixed in scrambled eggs. Seeds of chia's land can be used in baking bread or as a simple topping in many dishes. Use gel of seeds of chia in yoghurt, jams and jellies. Its mixed with polenta, grits, smoothies and milkshakes. Try it on TI drink mix of health combined favorite.
Chia gel can add to soups, salad dressings, even the filling which is placed in a chicken. The possibilities are virtually limitless. Try to enter quarter Cup of Chia gel in your potato salad recipe favorite, reducing the mayonnaise, in as. It can be used in many recipes to bake as a replacement of fat.
Enter food for children.? They will never know the difference, because that really improves the flavor of food. You will love! They feed their dogs. I put it in the food of my fourteen years, Jack Russell Terrier every day. Not only has better digestion and energy, has better bowel movements. By the way, the F.D.A considers Chía a food with an established history of safe use.
Chía gel slows the release of carbohydrates and their conversion to glucose (blood sugar). Therefore, in addition to control acid reflux, weight loss, increase resistance, chia has the advantage of reducing blood sugar and high blood pressure. Due to its high unsaturated fatty acid content, it can even help with prostate problems. I do not think that anyone could go wrong doing chia seeds a part of their daily lives. Due to its incredible healthy aspects, Chia seed is the perfect food for all. No doubt it is a gift from heaven to the victim, in many ways.
So try now seeds of Chia. You do not have nothing to lose but a bit of weight. It could improve your digestion and health in general. It is, without doubt, it is worth to try it.
