The demand for chia seeds in the healthy food industry is rising. These tiny seeds have gained a reputation as a “superfood” because of their potent nutritional value. Salvia hispanica, a desert-dwelling plant that belongs to the Lamiaceae, or mint family, is the source of chia seeds. Chia is a Mayan word that means “strength” …
You might have heard chia seeds mentioned – especially if you move in culinary circles, or indeed are health conscious yourself. Perhaps most commonly, they are seen as a welcome addition to breakfast cereals, and are commonly featured in continental breakfast buffets. But what exactly are chia seeds, and what benefits might they hold? What …
When we think of dessert items, many people believe that they’re out of the question when following a ketogenic diet. But, this simply isn’t the case. In fact, you can enjoy almost all of the desserts that you previously did on a low carb or keto diet, just by altering a few key ingredients. This …
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, we’ve all heard that before. But so much breakfast food can be so boring! It’s the same carbs everyday. If you’re looking for something that can excite you out of bed in the morning, you need to try this super strawberry, banana, and chia seed smoothie. …
You’d be surprised at just how many health benefits there are to these little tiny seeds! These tiny but mighty seeds are known as a superfood, which means they are a lot more nutrient dense than many other foods. This article is going to be discussing everything you need to know about chia seeds, such …
If you’re trying to improve your diet and nutrition, one of the best foods you can introduce into your diet are chia seeds. Chia seeds are known for their immense health benefits, including being high in essential fatty acids as well as being a good source of protein. If you want more information about the …
Chia seeds are becoming incredibly popular – loved by the health conscious and foodies alike for their versatility, vitamin content, and the wide range of purported health benefits that come with them. But what exactly was the FDAs ruling on chia seeds, and is there anything you need to know before introducing them into your …
If you love peanut butter, you have to try this recipe! You can have these Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies ready in twenty minutes and five ingredients. Each of these cookies has a chewy consistency and is packed with peanut butter flavors. Peanut butter (see also: Best Ever, Quick And Easy, High-Protein Peanut Butter Spread)is such …
We all know that pudding is the best part of the meal. Sometimes you might rush through your starter and your main thinking about the pudding. But are you tired of the same old puddings? How can you make a pudding that is unique, but also healthy? That’s where chia seeds come in. This seed …
I just love the taste of shrimp – sweet and salty like the ocean, with an easy to chew texture. It has a lovely, mild taste that’s not as intense as some of the other seafoods out there. And a nice, succulent texture. What’s more, when you cook it in seasoning, it’s great at taking …