Flaxseed is something that many of us add to our food daily for its ability to give us omega-3 fatty acid, but is there something we should know about this widely used seed beyond its golden color. Rancidity Of Seeds All seeds have to deal with going rancid sometime in their life. Before we get into how this affects … [Read more...]
Chia – More Than Fun…A Truly Functional Superfood
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We have all heard of ch-ch-ch- Chia Pets, and probably many of us even had one as a child. Those cute little terracotta planters in fun whimsical shapes of all sorts. You would soak the planter, spread it with the chia seeds, and watch it grow! But have you ever wondered about the seeds themselves...as food? I bet you … [Read more...]
What Are 60% of Americans Missing from Their Diet?
It is a common nutrient that most of us have heard about. Some of the sources we can get it from are eggs, beef, fish, chicken and green leafy vegetables. Here is another hint; this nutrient helps reduce the chance of heart disease, reduces inflammation and aids brain function, just to name a few benefits. Do you give up … [Read more...]
