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HOW TO USE CHIA
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Daily recommended intake
Children: 1 level teaspoon two times a day (approx 10 grams X 2), one in the morning and one more when they get home from school
Adults:
Normal Weight/BMI (Body Mass Index): One level teaspoon three times a day (approx 10 grams X 3), or two in the morning and one at lunch time.
Overweight/BMI of 25.0 – 29.9: Increase that to a heaping teaspoon three times a day (approx 15 grams X 3).
Very Overweight/If your BMI is 30.0 and above: Add a bit more.
NOTE: If you're already taking the above recommended intake and you're still not feeling any better (i.e., more energy for e.g., after one month), increase your intake by 50%.
Chia researchers say that one cannot overdose on chia. But as with all foods, please exercise caution and moderation giving your body time to adjust to chia's micronutrients.
EAT IT!
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The easiest way to take chia is to eat it as it is -- raw. Sprinkle seeds on salads, yoghurt, smoothies, oatmeal, cereals, soups, etc. If you are eating the seeds like this, drink lots of water during or after eating. Chia seeds attract fluid, and if you don’t drink water, it will take whatever fluids are available in your digestive system and this could cause constipation. |
DRINK IT!
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The other way to take Chia raw is add your appropriate dosage of Chia seeds to a glass of water or juice,whisk to break up any clumping and let stand 10-15 minutes. Whisk again then drink. You can also prepare enough Chia for the whole family before going to bed at night, pour in an airtight container and refrigerate. This will keep up to one week. It is best to let chia soak overnight as this starts the sprouting process and activation of enzymes and antioxidants, causing the seed to become ‘living’. When you have chia gel, you can then mix it with food or drink in a variety of ways. On the left is ice-cold chia coffee. Yum!
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LOSE WEIGHT WITH IT!
EXTEND YOUR FOOD WITHOUT THE CALORIES AND FAT
Add thick chia gel (50:50 ratio) to peanut butter, jellies and jams, dessert sauces, cereals, yoghurts, mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise, and moist/wet food.
Taking diet shakes and soups? Some people can’t make these diets work because the shakes and soup just can’t stop them from getting hungry. Add some gel to the shakes and soup. All you’re doing is adding volume and nutrition, but very few calories.
For healthy recipes you can make with chia to support weight loss, click here.