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Chia Seeds

starznholes
starznholes Posts: 170 Member
edited February 17 in Food and Nutrition
What do you guys do with them? I need some new ideas... So far, I've only put them in my shakes in the morning. But i'd like to switch it up and do more. Also, about how much are you supposed to ingest in a day? I'm only doing a tablespoon and I think that's probably enough, but really have no clue.

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  • burns429
    burns429 Posts: 104 Member
    They're great in oatmeal (you'll have to use a little more liquid than usual).
    I've put them on pancakes (the raw side before flipping)
    Yogurt...not my favorite vehicle for chia seeds but doable
  • starznholes
    starznholes Posts: 170 Member
    Sweet, thanks.

    I've heard about the yogurt ...was going to try that, but i'm liking your idea of the oatmeal and definitely the pancakes. Awesome!
  • winyin
    winyin Posts: 29 Member
    What are the benefits of Chia Seeds?
  • starznholes
    starznholes Posts: 170 Member
    Personally, they keep me full, help with digestion.

    However, they are a great source of Omega-3 fats (plant based), protein and fiber. I'm kinda new to the "Chia" thing, but so far, so good.

    http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2013/06/03/chia-seed-benefits-_n_3379831.html
  • youngmommy2
    youngmommy2 Posts: 71 Member
    I'm new to them to! so far I've put them in smoothies and today I put them in my yogurt. I soaked them in water and let them gel up first and didn't even notice they were there. I keep them already soaked/gelled in the refrigerator. a tip I learned from another MFP user.
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