Comments on: A Hot New Food: Chia Seed

By: Pali Ward

Pali Ward — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 23:39:15 +0000

I've been eating Mila, the special chia seed variety created by Dr. Wayne Coates, the guru on chia. He is quoted in the Jan 2010 Opray Magazine. I have a lot more energy, and my joint inflamation disappeared within a week. I have been a very active and athletic person my entire life (mid-life now) and I feel 10 years younger. My skin is also looking real nice and smooth. There have been many other benefits from others, like my neighbor's hot flashes have gotten much better. Anyway, check out www.LifeFit.lifemax.net for this special seed. Thanks!

By: Paula

Paula — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 18:30:28 +0000

These seeds are also mentioned in a great book, Born to Run. TheTarahumara runners eat them. Great post!

By: Lynn

Lynn — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:10:20 +0000

In Japan they use them as a weight loss aid. Because they plump when mixed with water, they make the stomach feel full. Chia seeds come in individual packages containing about 2 teaspoons and can be taken throughout the day.

By: Marta Davis

Marta Davis — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 11:43:27 +0000

They are super good. I travel to Mexico City twice a year so I bring them from there, super cheap and real, you find ait at markets where they charge you around 2.5 dollars for a little more than pound (1/2 kilogram) and it is great for your Omega 3 daily ingest. One teaspoon in my brekfast smoothie is only 40 calories.

By: Janie Mancilla

Janie Mancilla — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 22:51:34 +0000

I've tried chia seeds I add them to my lemonade or any drink and enjoy. They are good for you and if you are trying to lose weight. If you take it before a meal they make you feel full, therefore, helping you eat less. Give it a try I'm sure you will like them.

By: Arrah

Arrah — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 06:13:46 +0000

Great post!

By: Samantha

Samantha — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:32:37 +0000

Chia seeds are amazing! Ancient Aztec warriors supposedly thrived on mearely a handful a day! I get them from taste waves already ground up. They taste great made into a "pudding". Just add almond milk or coconut water to a couple tsp of chia seeds (ground or whole) add a pinch of cinnamon and top with berries, banana slices, chopped walnuts, and organic dried coconut =) and it makes a delicious breakfast or snack. I eat them an hour before a tough swim or water polo practice or a long run and I definitely notice that my stamina and endurance have increased. Good Luck and enjoy!

By: Judith

Judith — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:42:17 +0000

I have been using Chia seeds for about six months now. I get them from Nuts On Line. They are a bit expensive but only using them one teaspoon at a time makes them go a long way. I grind them in a coffee grinder and add them to my yogurt. I have Celiac disease and have a lot of intestinal difficulties. The Chia seeds have helped so much.

By: DawnMarie

DawnMarie — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:18:46 +0000

I asked my doctor at a recent visit last week about Chia Seed, he said it was real good for people who are working out. It helps build muscle quickly and safely. He said it cant hurt your body in anyway. Interesting Chia retains just the right amount of water for those of us who are irregular, if you know what I mean. I've done my research; it's also good for diabetics and many other things too. Look it up, you'll find it interesting. I havent read anything bad about it, only good. Any who, I'm gonna give it a try. Oh yeah, chia turns to a jello substance once it's in any liquid. It enriches any taste and it's a ratio of 9-1. add it to jello/ pudding this means you only need to use a little to get a lot. less calories. yahooooo

By: DawnMarie

DawnMarie — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:18:24 +0000

I havent tried it as of yet, but I have a friend that's been eating it for about 4 months now. He loves it. Promotes it to the highest. He's an older guy and says he can see a big difference in his health. He has more energy, feels good, he even seems to be physically doing much better. He's stopped taking some of his meds. I'm curious to try it myself. I plan to buy some very soon. He's been taking a brand named "Salba" I looked it up on line and found Salba is the same as Chia seed but much more expensive.