Great supplement I had no knowledge of

YassSpartan
YassSpartan Posts: 1,195 Member
edited September 23 in Food and Nutrition
Nopalina. I just was told about nopalina when I mentioned that I wanted to incorporate a low caloric supplement to my diet high in fiber. When I started to read about it I was like, how didn't I know about this before? So, here I'm sharing this with those of you who didn't know about nopalina. Maybe is something you'd like to add to your diet as well.

http://www.livestrong.com/article/26494-benefits-nopalina/

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  • YassSpartan
    YassSpartan Posts: 1,195 Member
    Nutrition Facts
    http://www.shopwell.com/nopalina-flax-seed-plus/doughs-mixes/p/9052300072?f=sr&nr=677&sp=41
  • cheangela
    cheangela Posts: 173
    Ha, if I had any more fiber in my diet I think I would poop myself to death.
  • Jessica_Lo
    Jessica_Lo Posts: 199 Member
    How is this different from regular flax seed?
  • heathersmilez
    heathersmilez Posts: 2,579 Member
    How is this different from regular flax seed?

    It has more calories, 2x fiber and 2x fat. It compares nutritionally to 2 tbsp of regular flax.

    http://www.bobsredmill.com/flaxseed-meal.html
  • YassSpartan
    YassSpartan Posts: 1,195 Member
    Ha, if I had any more fiber in my diet I think I would poop myself to death.

    LMAO!!!! wow, nice to know "cheangela", nice to know lol

    It has more calories, 2x fiber and 2x fat. It compares nutritionally to 2 tbsp of regular flax.

    http://www.bobsredmill.com/flaxseed-meal.html

    Thanks for the link "heathersmilez"
  • cataplexyfever
    cataplexyfever Posts: 49
    Chia seed is really good too. I put it in all sorts of stuff... salads, yogurt, oatmeal, etc. See: http://blog.thrivefoods.net/2009/07/chia-seeds-top-10-benefits.html
  • YassSpartan
    YassSpartan Posts: 1,195 Member
    Chia seed is really good too. I put it in all sorts of stuff... salads, yogurt, oatmeal, etc. See: http://blog.thrivefoods.net/2009/07/chia-seeds-top-10-benefits.html

    Oh yeah I had heard about Chia. Actually I heard about if for the first time when I got the Shakeology cause it is part of the ingredients. I'd like to find out where do they sell the seeds around here were I live, it is always good to add extra ones (besides the content in shakeology) to my diet :)

    Thanks so much for the link, very useful :)
  • cataplexyfever
    cataplexyfever Posts: 49
    Chia seed is really good too. I put it in all sorts of stuff... salads, yogurt, oatmeal, etc. See: http://blog.thrivefoods.net/2009/07/chia-seeds-top-10-benefits.html

    Oh yeah I had heard about Chia. Actually I heard about if for the first time when I got the Shakeology cause it is part of the ingredients. I'd like to find out where do they sell the seeds around here were I live, it is always good to add extra ones (besides the content in shakeology) to my diet :)

    Thanks so much for the link, very useful :)

    I get mine from a local mom & pop health food store but I know both Whole Foods and GNC sell it. It shouldn't be too difficult for you to find.
  • binary_jester
    binary_jester Posts: 3,311 Member
    Chia seed is really good too. I put it in all sorts of stuff... salads, yogurt, oatmeal, etc. See: http://blog.thrivefoods.net/2009/07/chia-seeds-top-10-benefits.html
    I have about 1 pound of chia seeds sitting on my shelf and I have no idea what to do with them. I tried blending them in my protein shake and ended up with a mouthful of chia seeds. Then I tried just swallowing a whole tablespoonful...not good. Plus if you chew them, you will be picking them out of your teeth like Dots.
    ....and I have an irrational fear I will start to grow grass if i constantly eat them.
  • OGFleabag
    OGFleabag Posts: 137 Member
    Chia seed is really good too. I put it in all sorts of stuff... salads, yogurt, oatmeal, etc. See: http://blog.thrivefoods.net/2009/07/chia-seeds-top-10-benefits.html
    I have about 1 pound of chia seeds sitting on my shelf and I have no idea what to do with them. I tried blending them in my protein shake and ended up with a mouthful of chia seeds. Then I tried just swallowing a whole tablespoonful...not good. Plus if you chew them, you will be picking them out of your teeth like Dots.
    ....and I have an irrational fear I will start to grow grass if i constantly eat them.

    cha cha cha chia! I found them local mom & pop health food store also.
  • ajbeans
    ajbeans Posts: 2,857 Member
    Ha, if I had any more fiber in my diet I think I would poop myself to death.

    :laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:

    I think I just died laughing. :happy: Thanks for that! I needed it this morning.
  • cataplexyfever
    cataplexyfever Posts: 49
    Chia seed is really good too. I put it in all sorts of stuff... salads, yogurt, oatmeal, etc. See: http://blog.thrivefoods.net/2009/07/chia-seeds-top-10-benefits.html
    I have about 1 pound of chia seeds sitting on my shelf and I have no idea what to do with them. I tried blending them in my protein shake and ended up with a mouthful of chia seeds. Then I tried just swallowing a whole tablespoonful...not good. Plus if you chew them, you will be picking them out of your teeth like Dots.
    ....and I have an irrational fear I will start to grow grass if i constantly eat them.

    I add them to my yogurt or oatmeal. They blend right in; you don't even notice them.
  • AmeMahoney
    AmeMahoney Posts: 232
    I have about 1 pound of chia seeds sitting on my shelf and I have no idea what to do with them. I tried blending them in my protein shake and ended up with a mouthful of chia seeds.

    Sounds like you're adding too many to start. Try adding just a teaspoon (or 1/2 if that's too much) and working your way up to a tablespoon or two. I have to do this with anything new - otherwise I end up noticing it too much and it sits on my shelf.
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