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Black Chia Seeds Recipes
Lately some people have been asking about recipes specifically for black chia seeds. There is actually no nutritional difference between white chia seeds and black chia seeds. This blog post explores the debate: Black Chia vs White Chia? So, any of the recipes on this blog and elsewhere can be used as black chia seeds recipes…. Continue Reading
The Great Chia Seeds vs. Flax Debate: Which is Better?
This subject comes up a lot on health forums. Which is better for you – chia seeds or flaxseeds? I’ve written a lot about chia seeds health benefits. If this is your first visit and you’re not familiar with the health benefits of chia seeds, you might like to start here. Flaxseeds are also known… Continue Reading
Why Are My Chia Muffins Turning Out “Heavy”?
This is a message I got from a reader who has recently started baking with chia flour. She was having a really common problem, so I’m posting her question and my answer. Beth’s question: Hi- I have been trying to adapt to using chia flour and I’m not having the success that I think I… Continue Reading
How to Beat Your Gluten Allergy With Chia Seeds
The other day I was out at a restaurant with friends. There were six of us at the table, and over half had some kind of food allergy or other! Our very patient server must have spent 10 minutes going over the menu with us while everyone figured out what they could and couldn’t eat…. Continue Reading
Blueberry Chia Muffins Recipe: a Healthy After-School Snack
Learn how to bake blueberry muffins with chia flour for a delicious gluten-free snack.
How to Prepare Chia Seeds: Health Benefits for Everyday Cooking
Chia seeds health benefits include dozens of desirable factors. Here are just five of the health benefits that you can enjoy when you regularly include chia in your cooking and baking: … decreases food cravings …gives you a slow-release rise in energy …provides essential minerals & vitamins for skin, hair, and nails …an appearance of youthfulness … provides protection against… Continue Reading
How to Bake With Chia Flour (Without Any Extra Work!)
Lately I’ve been substituting chia flour for regular flour in many recipes. I love this way of getting the health benefits of chia seeds, because it’s super easy and requires no extra labor. Chia seeds health benefits mean everything you bake delivers an instant health boost for your body! The other day I was chatting… Continue Reading
Top 10 Reasons I Love to Eat Chia Seeds
The health benefits alone are a good enough reason to eat chia seeds…but there are plenty of other things I love about this wonderful little plant! Here are the top ten reasons I love chia seeds: 1. Chia Seeds Are Soooo Good for Me Chia seeds have higher quantities of omega-3 than any other plant-based… Continue Reading