02/16/2024
CHIA PUDDING
house made cold pressed almond mylk, chia seeds, honey, and vanilla topped with fresh raspberries, almonds and a drizzle of honey.
Why chia seeds?…
They’re highly nutritious:
Chia seeds are tiny black or white seeds from the plant Salvia hispanica L. They’re believed to be native to Central America.
Historically, Aztec and Mayan civilizations used the seeds in their diets, as well as for medicinal purposes, religious rituals, and cosmetics. Today, people all over the world enjoy chia seeds.
Ancient civilizations viewed chia seeds as highly nutritious — a belief that’s backed by modern science. In fact, just 1 ounce (oz), which is 28 grams (g) or 2 tablespoons (tbsp) of chia seeds, (our chia pudding has 2 TB of chia seeds) contains
calories: 138
protein: 4.7 g
fat: 8.7 g
alpha-linolenic acid (ALA): 5 g
carbs: 11.9 g
fiber: 9.8 g
calcium: 14% of the Daily Value (DV)
iron: 12% of the DV
magnesium: 23% of the DV
phosphorus: 20% of the DV
zinc: 12% of the DV
vitamin B1 (thiamine): 15% of the DV
vitamin B3 (niacin): 16% of the DV
This nutritional profile is particularly impressive, considering that it’s for just a single serving of about two tablespoons.
Chia seeds are not only rich in minerals, omega-3 fat, antioxidants, and fiber but also easy to prepare.
Studies suggest chia seeds have various health benefits, ranging from weight loss to a reduced risk of heart disease. However, more research involving humans is needed before any firm conclusions can be made.
If you want to reap the possible benefits of chia seeds, consider incorporating them into your diet. They’re a great addition to smoothies, oatmeal, yogurt, baked goods, and more.
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