Guest guest Posted November 14, 2009 Report Share Posted November 14, 2009 Hi Sherry I sincerely thank you for the work involved in posting all the links. I am super salicylate sensitive and as such NO herbs, other than garlic are allowed in my food supply. Mint is the number one WORST offender for me, but ..... Aha, it is a member of the mint family but so are a bunch of other things I bet none of us ever thought of as mint (including sage, rosemary and thyme). Rosemary, thyme, sage, onions, chives, parsley, nutmeg, curcumin, turmeric, pepper, cloves.... on and on and on...... you get my drift? are all high in salicylates and therefore off my list of stuff. It was a huge learning curve for me. Salicylates are the chemicals in the plants which are used (by the plant) to protect themselves from pests and intruders etc..... most of them are highly fragranced, but I could find no information (when I was looking) for the humble and inconspicuous Chia Seed.... until I found a vague reference to it belonging to the mint family - that is when alarm bells began ringing. It has no fragrance (chia) per se, and not much flavour either, but comes with a host of great reasons why you should eat it. I was adding 1/2 a cup to my loaf of home made bread recipe, and suffering side effects...... that's when the ugly suspicion raised its mighty head. Life is such a learning curve when one is chemically sensitive. Thanks again for all your help..... you too Carlene. It is appreciated. What a wealth of knowledge we have on this list. Blessings Clare in Tassie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 6, 2010 Report Share Posted February 6, 2010 For my recipe for a terrific energy food made with Chia, visit www.quackcenter.com/seedsofrebellion.html. This is something I use at least 3 times a week on either yogurt or oat bran. I didn't eat it while my husband was sick and dying and my adrenals got totally shot. Going back to it seems to be helping with the adrenals. As I also keep saying, everything seems to work better since I started LDN. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 26, 2010 Report Share Posted February 26, 2010 I have been trying to watch for the recipe for pudding promised, but may have missed it. Wondering if there are some suggestions to use these as I bought a bag and am not quite sure what to do with them. The lady selling these at the organic place had them soaking in a small amount of almond milk to just taste them. I passed on that and just bought a bag to try and get some more fibre and healthy stuff into me. THanks SHirley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 27, 2010 Report Share Posted February 27, 2010 Okay here's my favorite: 1 cup chia seeds 2 cups water cinnamon fresh grated nutmeg cardamom powder Using a whisk, stir the chia seeds into the water making sure all are mixed and under water. Be very sure that there are no lumps! Allow to sit to absorb all the water, about 15 - 20 minutes. Then I scoop some into a bowl (I usually get about 4 - 5 servings from this amount of seeds), add spices to your liking in the amount to your liking and mix well together. Pour sweetened nut milk over the top and eat! Sometimes I even squirt a little agave nectar on the seeds in the bowl prior to pouring on the nut milk. My favorite is macadamia nut milk, but I'm trying to get some almond pulp together so I've made almond milk the last couple of days and it is very tasty. Oh and this morning I put a squirt of vanilla water on the pudding and it was very tasty indeed. Shari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 what are the benefits of chia seeds. I seen them on coupon at Costco this week. Carolyn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 thank you, I am sorry I asked in the group but I value this wise groups opinions! Carolyn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 So you put a tablespoon or two of the gel in the smoothies or a tablespoon or two of the seeds (which turns into much more when it's a gel)? I feel like if I only put a couple tablespoons of the gel in, it would be almost nothing....or is that not the case? If I buy them ground up already, do I still soak them? and can they be ground up by themselves in the wet containter (vitamix)? Thanks for the info and tips. > > From: Jen <nelson_jennifer24@...> > Subject: Chia Seeds > > Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011, 5:48 PM > > > > > > > > Â > > > > > > > > > > I apologize if this has been asked before. I tried to do a search, but there were almost 200 results and it was taking too long to sort through. > > > > I have read and seen mixed things on Chia Seeds. It seems some people put them in the Vitamix (for smoothies) ground up and others put them in water first and soak them and turn them into a gel. I have heard when people do this they say it is dangerous to not soak them first as they can absorb once in your body and dehydrate you. > > > > If you turn them into the gel, do you put the entire thing into your smoothie? (even 2 tbsp turns into quite a lot of gel) I don't really understand this method fully. > > > > Which method is correct or does it not matter? Are some chia seeds better to buy than others? > > > > Any info is appreciated. > > > > Thank you! > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 If it's any help, I understand that all chia seeds have the same nutritional content regardless of color. I'm also going to guess that as long as you drink enough fluids, you won't have a problem if you eat them out of hand. Chia Seeds I apologize if this has been asked before. I tried to do a search, but there were almost 200 results and it was taking too long to sort through. I have read and seen mixed things on Chia Seeds. It seems some people put them in the Vitamix (for smoothies) ground up and others put them in water first and soak them and turn them into a gel. I have heard when people do this they say it is dangerous to not soak them first as they can absorb once in your body and dehydrate you. If you turn them into the gel, do you put the entire thing into your smoothie? (even 2 tbsp turns into quite a lot of gel) I don't really understand this method fully. Which method is correct or does it not matter? Are some chia seeds better to buy than others? Any info is appreciated. Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 Yes, I put a tablespoon or two of the GEL in smoothies, soups, etc. Yes, even ground up, they should be soaked, and SURE, you can grind them yourself in the VM. Again, the gel makes a marvelous hair gel, too!From: Jen <nelson_jennifer24@...>Subject: Re: Chia Seeds Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011, 6:23 PM So you put a tablespoon or two of the gel in the smoothies or a tablespoon or two of the seeds (which turns into much more when it's a gel)? I feel like if I only put a couple tablespoons of the gel in, it would be almost nothing....or is that not the case? If I buy them ground up already, do I still soak them? and can they be ground up by themselves in the wet containter (vitamix)? Thanks for the info and tips. > > From: Jen <nelson_jennifer24@...> > Subject: Chia Seeds > > Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011, 5:48 PM > > > > > > > > Â > > > > > > > > > > I apologize if this has been asked before. I tried to do a search, but there were almost 200 results and it was taking too long to sort through. > > > > I have read and seen mixed things on Chia Seeds. It seems some people put them in the Vitamix (for smoothies) ground up and others put them in water first and soak them and turn them into a gel. I have heard when people do this they say it is dangerous to not soak them first as they can absorb once in your body and dehydrate you. > > > > If you turn them into the gel, do you put the entire thing into your smoothie? (even 2 tbsp turns into quite a lot of gel) I don't really understand this method fully. > > > > Which method is correct or does it not matter? Are some chia seeds better to buy than others? > > > > Any info is appreciated. > > > > Thank you! > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 Ok here is my last question (I think )....how long do you soak them and how long do they " keep " in the fridge? Maybe I should just soak them the night before to be safe and not have to worry about the timeline? I'm new at this so I appreciate everyone's help! Thanks again! > > > > > > From: Jen <nelson_jennifer24@> > > > Subject: Chia Seeds > > > > > > Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011, 5:48 PM > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > >  > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > I apologize if this has been asked before. I tried to do a search, but there were almost 200 results and it was taking too long to sort through. > > > > > > > > > > > > I have read and seen mixed things on Chia Seeds. It seems some people put them in the Vitamix (for smoothies) ground up and others put them in water first and soak them and turn them into a gel. I have heard when people do this they say it is dangerous to not soak them first as they can absorb once in your body and dehydrate you. > > > > > > > > > > > > If you turn them into the gel, do you put the entire thing into your smoothie? (even 2 tbsp turns into quite a lot of gel) I don't really understand this method fully. > > > > > > > > > > > > Which method is correct or does it not matter? Are some chia seeds better to buy than others? > > > > > > > > > > > > Any info is appreciated. > > > > > > > > > > > > Thank you! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 They don't need to soak very long-maybe an half hour, but will gel faster if you use warm water. You CAN soak them overnight, but don't need to soak that long. They will keep a week or so, probably more, but I tend not to store things for long. Never worry about asking too many questions-that is what the group is all about! From: Jen <nelson_jennifer24@...>Subject: Re: Chia Seeds Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011, 6:45 PM Ok here is my last question (I think )....how long do you soak them and how long do they "keep" in the fridge? Maybe I should just soak them the night before to be safe and not have to worry about the timeline? I'm new at this so I appreciate everyone's help! Thanks again! > > > > > > From: Jen <nelson_jennifer24@> > > > Subject: Chia Seeds > > > > > > Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011, 5:48 PM > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > >  > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > I apologize if this has been asked before. I tried to do a search, but there were almost 200 results and it was taking too long to sort through. > > > > > > > > > > > > I have read and seen mixed things on Chia Seeds. It seems some people put them in the Vitamix (for smoothies) ground up and others put them in water first and soak them and turn them into a gel. I have heard when people do this they say it is dangerous to not soak them first as they can absorb once in your body and dehydrate you. > > > > > > > > > > > > If you turn them into the gel, do you put the entire thing into your smoothie? (even 2 tbsp turns into quite a lot of gel) I don't really understand this method fully. > > > > > > > > > > > > Which method is correct or does it not matter? Are some chia seeds better to buy than others? > > > > > > > > > > > > Any info is appreciated. > > > > > > > > > > > > Thank you! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 I'll add here that, especially when chilled, that gel is very palatable on its own. It has a very faint kinda minty-cucumbery thing going. Some people find it slimy but I don't. Chia Seeds > > > > > > Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011, 5:48 PM > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > >  > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > I apologize if this has been asked before. I tried to do a search, but there were almost 200 results and it was taking too long to sort through. > > > > > > > > > > > > I have read and seen mixed things on Chia Seeds. It seems some people put them in the Vitamix (for smoothies) ground up and others put them in water first and soak them and turn them into a gel. I have heard when people do this they say it is dangerous to not soak them first as they can absorb once in your body and dehydrate you. > > > > > > > > > > > > If you turn them into the gel, do you put the entire thing into your smoothie? (even 2 tbsp turns into quite a lot of gel) I don't really understand this method fully. > > > > > > > > > > > > Which method is correct or does it not matter? Are some chia seeds better to buy than others? > > > > > > > > > > > > Any info is appreciated. > > > > > > > > > > > > Thank you! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 Indeed it is yummy! I can (and do) eat it just by the spoonful! I am also known to mix it with homemade gingerale, and freeze it into popsicles! From: Jen <nelson_jennifer24@...> Subject: Re: Chia Seeds Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011, 6:45 PM Ok here is my last question (I think )....how long do you soak them and how long do they "keep" in the fridge? Maybe I should just soak them the night before to be safe and not have to worry about the timeline? I'm new at this so I appreciate everyone's help! Thanks again! > > > > > > From: Jen <nelson_jennifer24@> > > > Subject: Chia Seeds > > > > > > Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011, 5:48 PM > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > >  > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > I apologize if this has been asked before. I tried to do a search, but there were almost 200 results and it was taking too long to sort through. > > > > > > > > > > > > I have read and seen mixed things on Chia Seeds. It seems some people put them in the Vitamix (for smoothies) ground up and others put them in water first and soak them and turn them into a gel. I have heard when people do this they say it is dangerous to not soak them first as they can absorb once in your body and dehydrate you. > > > > > > > > > > > > If you turn them into the gel, do you put the entire thing into your smoothie? (even 2 tbsp turns into quite a lot of gel) I don't really understand this method fully. > > > > > > > > > > > > Which method is correct or does it not matter? Are some chia seeds better to buy than others? > > > > > > > > > > > > Any info is appreciated. > > > > > > > > > > > > Thank you! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 So if I wanted to eat 2 tablespoons of chia in my smoothie, I would have to add the entire bowl of gel, correct? Would that be ok to do or is that too much? If it tastes good as you say, I might just eat the whole bowl to get the nutrition. I keep seeing people add them dry to their smoothies but now I'm scared to do so! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > From: Jen <nelson_jennifer24@> > > > > > > > Subject: Chia Seeds > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011, 5:48 PM > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > >  > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > I apologize if this has been asked before. I tried to do a search, but there were almost 200 results and it was taking too long to sort through. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > I have read and seen mixed things on Chia Seeds. It seems some people put them in the Vitamix (for smoothies) ground up and others put them in water first and soak them and turn them into a gel. I have heard when people do this they say it is dangerous to not soak them first as they can absorb once in your body and dehydrate you. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > If you turn them into the gel, do you put the entire thing into your smoothie? (even 2 tbsp turns into quite a lot of gel) I don't really understand this method fully. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Which method is correct or does it not matter? Are some chia seeds better to buy than others? > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Any info is appreciated. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Thank you! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 What bowl??? If you want two tablespoons, use two tablespoons, lol. I don't measure-I just glop in whatever amount I want at that particular time. Chia gel IS filling, so if you want to use it as a meal substitute, a little more will help with that. I would go easy on it to start with though, see how your tummy does with it.From: Jen <nelson_jennifer24@...>Subject: Re: Chia Seeds Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011, 7:40 PM So if I wanted to eat 2 tablespoons of chia in my smoothie, I would have to add the entire bowl of gel, correct? Would that be ok to do or is that too much? If it tastes good as you say, I might just eat the whole bowl to get the nutrition. I keep seeing people add them dry to their smoothies but now I'm scared to do so! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > From: Jen <nelson_jennifer24@> > > > > > > > Subject: Chia Seeds > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011, 5:48 PM > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > >  > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > I apologize if this has been asked before. I tried to do a search, but there were almost 200 results and it was taking too long to sort through. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > I have read and seen mixed things on Chia Seeds. It seems some people put them in the Vitamix (for smoothies) ground up and others put them in water first and soak them and turn them into a gel. I have heard when people do this they say it is dangerous to not soak them first as they can absorb once in your body and dehydrate you. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > If you turn them into the gel, do you put the entire thing into your smoothie? (even 2 tbsp turns into quite a lot of gel) I don't really understand this method fully. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Which method is correct or does it not matter? Are some chia seeds better to buy than others? > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Any info is appreciated. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Thank you! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 Jen, I add 2 tablespoons of unsoaked chia seeds to my smoothie (which makes 4 portions) and just add extra water to account for the absorption, and they turn out just fine. I make our smoothies at night for the next day so it has plenty of time for the seeds to absorb the liquid. I know that smoothies don't keep really well for any length of time but as we get up at 5.15 and leave home at 5.50 every morning there simply isn't time to make them fresh every day, so I make 2 days' worth in one go. Hope that helps!Niki GloverCentral Coast, NSW, Australia On 23 March 2011 10:40, Jen <nelson_jennifer24@...> wrote:  So if I wanted to eat 2 tablespoons of chia in my smoothie, I would have to add the entire bowl of gel, correct? Would that be ok to do or is that too much? If it tastes good as you say, I might just eat the whole bowl to get the nutrition. I keep seeing people add them dry to their smoothies but now I'm scared to do so! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > From: Jen <nelson_jennifer24@> > > > > > > > Subject: Chia Seeds > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011, 5:48 PM > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > >  > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > I apologize if this has been asked before. I tried to do a search, but there were almost 200 results and it was taking too long to sort through. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > I have read and seen mixed things on Chia Seeds. It seems some people put them in the Vitamix (for smoothies) ground up and others put them in water first and soak them and turn them into a gel. I have heard when people do this they say it is dangerous to not soak them first as they can absorb once in your body and dehydrate you. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > If you turn them into the gel, do you put the entire thing into your smoothie? (even 2 tbsp turns into quite a lot of gel) I don't really understand this method fully. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Which method is correct or does it not matter? Are some chia seeds better to buy than others? > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Any info is appreciated. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Thank you! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 http://www.google.com/search?client=safari & rls=en & q=benefits+of+chia+seeds & ie=UTF-8 & oe=UTF-8 Blessings,Lea Ann SavageSatellite Beach, FL(321) 773-7088 (home)(321-961-9219 (cell)))><'>www.VitamixLady.comwww..com<))>< On Mar 22, 2011, at 7:56 PM, ocarolyn1@... wrote: what are the benefits of chia seeds. I seen them on coupon at Costco this week. Carolyn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 Why would you be sorry?! And incidentally, "wise" as we are, take everything with a grain of salt and examine it with your own common sense--if it doesn't hit you right, don't do it. Re: Re: Chia Seeds thank you, I am sorry I asked in the group but I value this wise groups opinions! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 Tip for making smoothies on the run. Cut up everything you want to use the night before and dump in a ziplock bag. Put in freezer. Then in am just dump bag in vitamix and go. Ya gotta blend a little longer since it's all frozen but still quick. Tony P.S. Lea Ann I stole this idea from another demonstrator. On 3/22/2011 7:45 PM, Niki Glover wrote:  Jen, I add 2 tablespoons of unsoaked chia seeds to my smoothie (which makes 4 portions) and just add extra water to account for the absorption, and they turn out just fine. I make our smoothies at night for the next day so it has plenty of time for the seeds to absorb the liquid. I know that smoothies don't keep really well for any length of time but as we get up at 5.15 and leave home at 5.50 every morning there simply isn't time to make them fresh every day, so I make 2 days' worth in one go. Hope that helps! Niki Glover Central Coast, NSW, Australia On 23 March 2011 10:40, Jen <nelson_jennifer24@...> wrote:  So if I wanted to eat 2 tablespoons of chia in my smoothie, I would have to add the entire bowl of gel, correct? Would that be ok to do or is that too much? If it tastes good as you say, I might just eat the whole bowl to get the nutrition. I keep seeing people add them dry to their smoothies but now I'm scared to do so! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > From: Jen <nelson_jennifer24@> > > > > > > > Subject: Chia Seeds > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011, 5:48 PM > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > >  > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > I apologize if this has been asked before. I tried to do a search, but there were almost 200 results and it was taking too long to sort through. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > I have read and seen mixed things on Chia Seeds. It seems some people put them in the Vitamix (for smoothies) ground up and others put them in water first and soak them and turn them into a gel. I have heard when people do this they say it is dangerous to not soak them first as they can absorb once in your body and dehydrate you. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > If you turn them into the gel, do you put the entire thing into your smoothie? (even 2 tbsp turns into quite a lot of gel) I don't really understand this method fully. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Which method is correct or does it not matter? Are some chia seeds better to buy than others? > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Any info is appreciated. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Thank you! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > __________ NOD32 5976 (20110322) Information __________ This message was checked by NOD32 antivirus system. http://www.eset.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 23, 2011 Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 Good questions, says she who has a bag of chia on the kitchen counter sitting waiting to figure out how to use it! Velda On 3/22/2011 2:48 PM, Jen wrote: > I apologize if this has been asked before. I tried to do a search, but there were almost 200 results and it was taking too long to sort through. > > I have read and seen mixed things on Chia Seeds. It seems some people put them in the Vitamix (for smoothies) ground up and others put them in water first and soak them and turn them into a gel. I have heard when people do this they say it is dangerous to not soak them first as they can absorb once in your body and dehydrate you. > > If you turn them into the gel, do you put the entire thing into your smoothie? (even 2 tbsp turns into quite a lot of gel) I don't really understand this method fully. > > Which method is correct or does it not matter? Are some chia seeds better to buy than others? > > Any info is appreciated. > > Thank you! > > > > > > ------------------------------------ > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 23, 2011 Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 Ok, you got me, I will open the chia seed tomorrow morning and soak to try that minty spoonful! Velda On 3/22/2011 4:08 PM, Berry wrote: Indeed it is yummy! I can (and do) eat it just by the spoonful! I am also known to mix it with homemade gingerale, and freeze it into popsicles! From: Jen <nelson_jennifer24@...> Subject: Re: Chia Seeds Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011, 6:45 PM  Ok here is my last question (I think )....how long do you soak them and how long do they "keep" in the fridge? Maybe I should just soak them the night before to be safe and not have to worry about the timeline? I'm new at this so I appreciate everyone's help! Thanks again! > > > > > > From: Jen <nelson_jennifer24@> > > > Subject: Chia Seeds > > > > > > Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011, 5:48 PM > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > >  > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > I apologize if this has been asked before. I tried to do a search, but there were almost 200 results and it was taking too long to sort through. > > > > > > > > > > > > I have read and seen mixed things on Chia Seeds. It seems some people put them in the Vitamix (for smoothies) ground up and others put them in water first and soak them and turn them into a gel. I have heard when people do this they say it is dangerous to not soak them first as they can absorb once in your body and dehydrate you. > > > > > > > > > > > > If you turn them into the gel, do you put the entire thing into your smoothie? (even 2 tbsp turns into quite a lot of gel) I don't really understand this method fully. > > > > > > > > > > > > Which method is correct or does it not matter? Are some chia seeds better to buy than others? > > > > > > > > > > > > Any info is appreciated. > > > > > > > > > > > > Thank you! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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