Cooking with Chia For Dummies

Download or read book Cooking with Chia For Dummies written by Barrie Rogers and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2014-05-27 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Power up your day with a daily dose of chia! Omega-3 fatty acids and fiber are the superstars ofcardiovascular health, and chia seeds contain them both in spades.They're also great sources of iron, calcium, magnesium, and zinc,and have been linked to better cholesterol, triglycerides, andblood pressure levels. It's no wonder they've been a staple inCentral American diets since the Aztecs, and are once again growingin popularity. Chia is truly a superfood, both nutritious andversatile. Both the seeds and sprouts are edible, but there's somuch more to chia than that! Cooking With Chia For Dummies explores the benefits andmany uses of the chia seed, and guides you through a multitude ofways to add chia to your diet. Featuring over 125 recipes, you'lllearn how to choose among the different types of chia options, howto use and how to use it, and exactly how much you need to reap thehealth benefits. Camouflage your chia or make it the star of the dish Incorporate chia into your favorite meal Adapt the recipes to be vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free Discover chia recipes that even kids will eat Learn why you shouldn't harvest the sprouts from your Chia pet,and where to buy high-quality seeds to eat. Chia is already fuelingendurance athletes and is beloved by dietitians. You deserve tofeel great, and there's no reason your taste buds should suffer forit. Chia is a delicious addition to any meal, and there's no reasonfor you to miss out. Cooking With Chia For Dummies is yourcomprehensive guide to adding chia to your diet, and your companionon the journey to ultimate health.