Published:
05/31/2014 01:48am
Chia Seeds... Fit for Your Little Warriors!
I've got a question for you. Have you and your kids tried Chia Seeds yet? If not, you guys are missing out on one of the world's true wonder foods!
I can remember a few years back when chia seeds were an anomaly to me. I'd pass by them in Earth Fare, breeze by them when shopping and then decided to find out what all the rage was about. Now, I'm a raving fan!
Consider This: In ancient times, Aztec warriors were said to have sustained themselves on a 1/4 cup of chia seeds daily during battle! That's literally all they had to eat the entire day! So, if chia seeds can do that for full-grown warriors, what do you think they can do for your growing children?
Here are the Top 10 Reasons Chia Seeds are super beneficial for your little Warriors:
1. 5x more Iron than spinach
2. 15x more Magnesium than broccoli
3. 8x more Omega Fatty Acids than Salmon
4. 3x more Antioxidants than blueberries
5. Chia Seeds slow the conversion of carbs
6. Can help reduce the levels of glucose in the bloods - great for helping not stress your pancreas
7. Help with Hydration
8. Can help with weight loss
9. Reduced inflammatory markers. Why is this important? Answer: Most diseases we know are all results of cellular inflammation. If you fight the inflammation, you fight the disease:-)
10. Chia Seeds are High in Complete Protein & Minerals
So, how can you & your kids eat Chia Seeds?
Chia Seeds can be eaten by the spoonfuls, added into yogurts, baked into breads & muffins, made into chocolate or berry puddings, and blended into smoothies. You can buy them in specialty grocers in whole seed form or ground. They have a slightly nutty flavor. P.S. I've actually found these at a major grocery stores, too... so shop around to make your money go further!
You are going to love making your little Warriors "fit for battle"!
Author of the forthcoming book: "The HEALTHY SCHOOLS Revolution! Game-changing programs to create the ultimate HEALTHY environment for your kids".
Carmen Johnson, BCHC (Board Certified Health Coach) is a driving force in helping parents and children answer their most burning questions... Why can't I have lots of sugar and processed foods? Why can't I eat lots of candy and junk foods? For parents and children alike, Carmen simplifies all the complicated science around eating into 3 simple ideas that allows adults and children to make eating healthy so much easier! To see her super-fun, free video series for kids,check out
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