Guest guest Posted October 11, 2011 Report Share Posted October 11, 2011 I love chia seeds in my smoothie and have a jar of chia gel in my fridge at the moment but I've heard that people grind them and use them that way? If I was to grind them how long would the powder last for? Also is it still possible to make chia gel with the powder? Also any recipe recommendations? So far only using them in my morning smoothie? Thanks everyone Debbie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 11, 2011 Report Share Posted October 11, 2011 I grind chia into powder-it will gel up very nicely by adding a bit of warm water, stirring well, and covering it to gel up. I use it as an egg substitute as well as a wonderful hair gel. I store the powder in a mason jar in my freezer, though it would probably do just fine in a cupboard.From: drunkendebbieninjamaster <drunkendebbieninjamaster@...>Subject: Chia seeds Date: Tuesday, October 11, 2011, 2:03 PM I love chia seeds in my smoothie and have a jar of chia gel in my fridge at the moment but I've heard that people grind them and use them that way? If I was to grind them how long would the powder last for? Also is it still possible to make chia gel with the powder? Also any recipe recommendations? So far only using them in my morning smoothie? Thanks everyone Debbie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2012 Report Share Posted January 20, 2012 Chia seeds are wonderful...and YES, they are the same ones used for chia pets (but those are treated seeds, so you want organic to consume-can get them at health food store). They are full of omega 3, 6 and 9. Flax is the best vegetarian source though. If you don't like flax on their own, try adding some to your smoothies-they add nice body and creaminess. I am allergic to eggs, and also vegetarian-I use flax gel as an egg substitute in baked goods, muffins, etc. I don't concern myself with RDA levels-they are very misleading, but you can get a decent dose by adding them in to other things. > > I've been looking for a way to get the recommended amount of Omega-3s > into my diet. I'm vegetarian, and I haven't been able to find > anything except walnuts (which one must really chew, chew, chew to > unleash the omega-3s or they will pass through the body) and flax > seeds/oil, which I really hate. I've found one or two DHA capsules > for sale, but they contain gelatin. I was in a vitamin store today, > and the salesperson recommended chia seeds. I've heard of growing > " chia pets, " but nothing else about the seeds. Are they a really > good source of omega-3s that I could put in a Vitamix smoothie? Are > there other vegetarian sources of omega-3s that would work and would > taste OK to good? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2012 Report Share Posted January 21, 2012 Is there enough oil in some of the other nuts to work as well as walnuts? I am allergic to walnuts but can use cashews, almonds, hazelnuts, peanuts, and small amounts of pecans (I am beginning to react to them as I did for years with walnuts with a slight burning on my tongue after eating, which with walnuts progressed to caused asthma exacerbation). Velda On 1/21/2012 8:41 AM, Lea Ann Savage wrote: And my Strawberry vinaigrette recipe (see links) uses walnuts blended into it instead of oil! Blessings, Lea Ann Savage Satellite Beach, FL (321) 773-7088 (home) (321-961-9219 (cell) www.VitamixLady.com www..com <))>< On Jan 20, 2012, at 11:25 PM, wrote: If you like walnuts as a source, you can also make a mixed nut butter or walnut butter in the Vitamix. If you use just walnuts, you will have to add an oil, since they are pretty dry, but if you mix them with higher oil nuts, you won't need to add more oil. > > Here's something you might like that has omaga-3. > > From Under Ground Health report.. > > Did You Know... > > . . . that the avocado has been called the world's most perfect food? It > has achieved this distinction because many nutritionists claim it not only > contains everything a person needs to survive -- but it has also been found > to contribute to the prevention and control of Alzheimer's, cancer, heart > disease, diabetes and other health conditions. > > The avocado (Persea gratissima or P. americana) originated in Puebla, > Mexico and its earliest use dates back to 10,000 years B.C. Since AD 900, > the avocado tree has been cultivated and grown in Central and South America. > In the 19th century, the avocado made its entry into California, and has > since become a very successful commercial crop. Ninety-five percent (95%) > of U.S. avocados are gown in Southern California. > > The avocado, also called the alligator pear, is a high-fiber, sodium- > and cholesterol-free food that provides nearly 20 essential nutrients, > including fiber, is rich in healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats > (such as omega-3 fatty acids), vitamins A, C, D, E, K and the B vitamins > (thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, biotin, vitamin B-6, > vitamin B-12 and folate) -- as well as potassium. > > Foods naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as avocados, are > widely acknowledged as the secret to a healthy heart, a brilliant brain and > eagle eyes. > > Dr. G. Amen, a clinical neuroscientist, psychiatrist, > brain-imaging expert and author of the New York Times bestseller Change Your > Brain, Change Your Life counts avocados as one of the top brain-healthy > foods that can help prevent Alzheimer's Disease. That's not only because of > the avocado's omega-3 fatty acid content but also its... > > ==> Vitamin E content -- An international journal called Alzheimer 's > Disease and Associated Disorders, reported its findings from years of > clinical trials -- high doses of Vitamin E can neutralize free radicals and > the buildup of proteins to reverse the memory loss in Alzheimer's patients; > reverse symptoms of Alzheimer's in the early stages and retard the > progression of the disease; > > ==> Folate content -- helps to prevent the formation of tangled nerve fibers > associated with Alzheimer's. > > The virtues of the avocado are too numerous to mention, but here are > just a few more health benefits that its nutritional profile provide: > > > * Monounsaturated Fats -- These types of fats help control triglycerides in > the bloodstream, lower blood cholesterol and control diabetes. > > * Folate -- This water-soluble B vitamin promotes healthy cell and tissue > development. According the National Institute of Health's Office of Dietary > Supplements, "This is especially important during periods of rapid cell > division and growth such as infancy and pregnancy. Folate is also essential > for metabolism of homocysteine and helps maintain normal levels of this > amino acid." > > * Lutein -- This is a carotenoid (a natural pigment) that protects against > cataracts and certain types of cancer, and reduces the risk of macular > degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in adults 65 years of age and > older. Avocados contain 3 or more times as much lutein as found in other > common vegetables and fruits. > > . Oleic acid and Potassium -- Both of these nutrients also help in lowering > cholesterol and reducing the risk of high blood pressure. > > > > You can add avocados to your diet in many ways: > > 1) The easiest way is to cut the avocado in half and sprinkle it with > herbal seasoning or maple syrup. > > 2) Chop the avocado and add it to a salad, or use it as a topping or > side garnish for soup. > > 3) Mash an avocado and spread it on bread or a bagel (in place of > butter or cream cheese). > > 4) Cut an avocado in half and fill the little hollow (left after you > remove the pit) with your favorite healthy topping such as herbed rice or > couscous. > > 5) Make an avocado dressing or the crowd-pleasing guacamole dip to add > flavor to raw or steamed vegetables. You can easily find many avocado > recipes online. > > Blended with fruit, avocados make a rich and delicious snack, side dish > or dessert -- and produces highly-nutritious baby food which delivers "good > fat" for baby's brain and physical development. > > Before you indulge in avocados to your heart's content, however, > remember that they have lots of calories because of their fat content. > According to WebMD, "A medium-sized avocado contains 30 grams of fat, as > much as a quarter-pound burger. That's why diet experts have long urged > Americans to go easy on avocados in favor of less fatty fruits and > vegetables. But now nutritionists are taking another look. They're finding > that most of the fat in an avocado is monounsaturated -- the "good" kind > that actually lowers cholesterol levels. Thanks to this new understanding, > the U.S. government recently revised its official nutrition guidelines to > urge Americans to eat more avocados." > > > Lucille > > -------------------------------------------------- > From: "Sherry Rose" <sherry@...> > Sent: Friday, January 20, 2012 11:09 PM > < > > Subject: Chia Seeds > > > I've been looking for a way to get the recommended amount of Omega-3s > > into my diet. I'm vegetarian, and I haven't been able to find > > anything except walnuts (which one must really chew, chew, chew to > > unleash the omega-3s or they will pass through the body) and flax > > seeds/oil, which I really hate. I've found one or two DHA capsules > > for sale, but they contain gelatin. I was in a vitamin store today, > > and the salesperson recommended chia seeds. I've heard of growing > > "chia pets," but nothing else about the seeds. Are they a really > > good source of omega-3s that I could put in a Vitamix smoothie? Are > > there other vegetarian sources of omega-3s that would work and would > > taste OK to good? > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2012 Report Share Posted January 21, 2012 I would think that cashews would work well, but you could also use an oil (whatever kind you like best) in place of the nuts. The nuts make this a really thick salad dressing unless you add a bit of water to thin it to the texture you like. Blessings,Lea Ann SavageSatellite Beach, FL(321) 773-7088 (home)(321-961-9219 (cell)))><'>www.VitamixLady.comwww..com<))>< On Jan 21, 2012, at 4:03 PM, Velda wrote: Is there enough oil in some of the other nuts to work as well as walnuts? I am allergic to walnuts but can use cashews, almonds, hazelnuts, peanuts, and small amounts of pecans (I am beginning to react to them as I did for years with walnuts with a slight burning on my tongue after eating, which with walnuts progressed to caused asthma exacerbation). Velda On 1/21/2012 8:41 AM, Lea Ann Savage wrote: And my Strawberry vinaigrette recipe (see links) uses walnuts blended into it instead of oil! Blessings, Lea Ann Savage Satellite Beach, FL (321) 773-7088 (home) (321-961-9219 (cell) www.VitamixLady.com www..com <))>< On Jan 20, 2012, at 11:25 PM, wrote: If you like walnuts as a source, you can also make a mixed nut butter or walnut butter in the Vitamix. If you use just walnuts, you will have to add an oil, since they are pretty dry, but if you mix them with higher oil nuts, you won't need to add more oil. > > Here's something you might like that has omaga-3. > > From Under Ground Health report.. > > Did You Know... > > . . . that the avocado has been called the world's most perfect food? It > has achieved this distinction because many nutritionists claim it not only > contains everything a person needs to survive -- but it has also been found > to contribute to the prevention and control of Alzheimer's, cancer, heart > disease, diabetes and other health conditions. > > The avocado (Persea gratissima or P. americana) originated in Puebla, > Mexico and its earliest use dates back to 10,000 years B.C. Since AD 900, > the avocado tree has been cultivated and grown in Central and South America. > In the 19th century, the avocado made its entry into California, and has > since become a very successful commercial crop. Ninety-five percent (95%) > of U.S. avocados are gown in Southern California. > > The avocado, also called the alligator pear, is a high-fiber, sodium- > and cholesterol-free food that provides nearly 20 essential nutrients, > including fiber, is rich in healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats > (such as omega-3 fatty acids), vitamins A, C, D, E, K and the B vitamins > (thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, biotin, vitamin B-6, > vitamin B-12 and folate) -- as well as potassium. > > Foods naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as avocados, are > widely acknowledged as the secret to a healthy heart, a brilliant brain and > eagle eyes. > > Dr. G. Amen, a clinical neuroscientist, psychiatrist, > brain-imaging expert and author of the New York Times bestseller Change Your > Brain, Change Your Life counts avocados as one of the top brain-healthy > foods that can help prevent Alzheimer's Disease. That's not only because of > the avocado's omega-3 fatty acid content but also its... > > ==> Vitamin E content -- An international journal called Alzheimer 's > Disease and Associated Disorders, reported its findings from years of > clinical trials -- high doses of Vitamin E can neutralize free radicals and > the buildup of proteins to reverse the memory loss in Alzheimer's patients; > reverse symptoms of Alzheimer's in the early stages and retard the > progression of the disease; > > ==> Folate content -- helps to prevent the formation of tangled nerve fibers > associated with Alzheimer's. > > The virtues of the avocado are too numerous to mention, but here are > just a few more health benefits that its nutritional profile provide: > > > * Monounsaturated Fats -- These types of fats help control triglycerides in > the bloodstream, lower blood cholesterol and control diabetes. > > * Folate -- This water-soluble B vitamin promotes healthy cell and tissue > development. According the National Institute of Health's Office of Dietary > Supplements, "This is especially important during periods of rapid cell > division and growth such as infancy and pregnancy. Folate is also essential > for metabolism of homocysteine and helps maintain normal levels of this > amino acid." > > * Lutein -- This is a carotenoid (a natural pigment) that protects against > cataracts and certain types of cancer, and reduces the risk of macular > degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in adults 65 years of age and > older. Avocados contain 3 or more times as much lutein as found in other > common vegetables and fruits. > > . Oleic acid and Potassium -- Both of these nutrients also help in lowering > cholesterol and reducing the risk of high blood pressure. > > > > You can add avocados to your diet in many ways: > > 1) The easiest way is to cut the avocado in half and sprinkle it with > herbal seasoning or maple syrup. > > 2) Chop the avocado and add it to a salad, or use it as a topping or > side garnish for soup. > > 3) Mash an avocado and spread it on bread or a bagel (in place of > butter or cream cheese). > > 4) Cut an avocado in half and fill the little hollow (left after you > remove the pit) with your favorite healthy topping such as herbed rice or > couscous. > > 5) Make an avocado dressing or the crowd-pleasing guacamole dip to add > flavor to raw or steamed vegetables. You can easily find many avocado > recipes online. > > Blended with fruit, avocados make a rich and delicious snack, side dish > or dessert -- and produces highly-nutritious baby food which delivers "good > fat" for baby's brain and physical development. > > Before you indulge in avocados to your heart's content, however, > remember that they have lots of calories because of their fat content. > According to WebMD, "A medium-sized avocado contains 30 grams of fat, as > much as a quarter-pound burger. That's why diet experts have long urged > Americans to go easy on avocados in favor of less fatty fruits and > vegetables. But now nutritionists are taking another look. They're finding > that most of the fat in an avocado is monounsaturated -- the "good" kind > that actually lowers cholesterol levels. Thanks to this new understanding, > the U.S. government recently revised its official nutrition guidelines to > urge Americans to eat more avocados." > > > Lucille > > -------------------------------------------------- > From: "Sherry Rose" <sherry@...> > Sent: Friday, January 20, 2012 11:09 PM > < > > Subject: Chia Seeds > > > I've been looking for a way to get the recommended amount of Omega-3s > > into my diet. I'm vegetarian, and I haven't been able to find > > anything except walnuts (which one must really chew, chew, chew to > > unleash the omega-3s or they will pass through the body) and flax > > seeds/oil, which I really hate. I've found one or two DHA capsules > > for sale, but they contain gelatin. I was in a vitamin store today, > > and the salesperson recommended chia seeds. I've heard of growing > > "chia pets," but nothing else about the seeds. Are they a really > > good source of omega-3s that I could put in a Vitamix smoothie? Are > > there other vegetarian sources of omega-3s that would work and would > > taste OK to good? > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2012 Report Share Posted January 21, 2012 Thanks Lea Ann. Velda On 1/21/2012 1:25 PM, Lea Ann Savage wrote: I would think that cashews would work well, but you could also use an oil (whatever kind you like best) in place of the nuts. The nuts make this a really thick salad dressing unless you add a bit of water to thin it to the texture you like. Blessings, Lea Ann Savage Satellite Beach, FL (321) 773-7088 (home) (321-961-9219 (cell) www.VitamixLady.com www..com <))>< On Jan 21, 2012, at 4:03 PM, Velda wrote: Is there enough oil in some of the other nuts to work as well as walnuts? I am allergic to walnuts but can use cashews, almonds, hazelnuts, peanuts, and small amounts of pecans (I am beginning to react to them as I did for years with walnuts with a slight burning on my tongue after eating, which with walnuts progressed to caused asthma exacerbation). Velda On 1/21/2012 8:41 AM, Lea Ann Savage wrote: And my Strawberry vinaigrette recipe (see links) uses walnuts blended into it instead of oil! Blessings, Lea Ann Savage Satellite Beach, FL (321) 773-7088 (home) (321-961-9219 (cell) www.VitamixLady.com www..com <))>< On Jan 20, 2012, at 11:25 PM, wrote: If you like walnuts as a source, you can also make a mixed nut butter or walnut butter in the Vitamix. If you use just walnuts, you will have to add an oil, since they are pretty dry, but if you mix them with higher oil nuts, you won't need to add more oil. > > Here's something you might like that has omaga-3. > > From Under Ground Health report.. > > Did You Know... > > . . . that the avocado has been called the world's most perfect food? It > has achieved this distinction because many nutritionists claim it not only > contains everything a person needs to survive -- but it has also been found > to contribute to the prevention and control of Alzheimer's, cancer, heart > disease, diabetes and other health conditions. > > The avocado (Persea gratissima or P. americana) originated in Puebla, > Mexico and its earliest use dates back to 10,000 years B.C. Since AD 900, > the avocado tree has been cultivated and grown in Central and South America. > In the 19th century, the avocado made its entry into California, and has > since become a very successful commercial crop. Ninety-five percent (95%) > of U.S. avocados are gown in Southern California. > > The avocado, also called the alligator pear, is a high-fiber, sodium- > and cholesterol-free food that provides nearly 20 essential nutrients, > including fiber, is rich in healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats > (such as omega-3 fatty acids), vitamins A, C, D, E, K and the B vitamins > (thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, biotin, vitamin B-6, > vitamin B-12 and folate) -- as well as potassium. > > Foods naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as avocados, are > widely acknowledged as the secret to a healthy heart, a brilliant brain and > eagle eyes. > > Dr. G. Amen, a clinical neuroscientist, psychiatrist, > brain-imaging expert and author of the New York Times bestseller Change Your > Brain, Change Your Life counts avocados as one of the top brain-healthy > foods that can help prevent Alzheimer's Disease. That's not only because of > the avocado's omega-3 fatty acid content but also its... > > ==> Vitamin E content -- An international journal called Alzheimer 's > Disease and Associated Disorders, reported its findings from years of > clinical trials -- high doses of Vitamin E can neutralize free radicals and > the buildup of proteins to reverse the memory loss in Alzheimer's patients; > reverse symptoms of Alzheimer's in the early stages and retard the > progression of the disease; > > ==> Folate content -- helps to prevent the formation of tangled nerve fibers > associated with Alzheimer's. > > The virtues of the avocado are too numerous to mention, but here are > just a few more health benefits that its nutritional profile provide: > > > * Monounsaturated Fats -- These types of fats help control triglycerides in > the bloodstream, lower blood cholesterol and control diabetes. > > * Folate -- This water-soluble B vitamin promotes healthy cell and tissue > development. According the National Institute of Health's Office of Dietary > Supplements, "This is especially important during periods of rapid cell > division and growth such as infancy and pregnancy. Folate is also essential > for metabolism of homocysteine and helps maintain normal levels of this > amino acid." > > * Lutein -- This is a carotenoid (a natural pigment) that protects against > cataracts and certain types of cancer, and reduces the risk of macular > degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in adults 65 years of age and > older. Avocados contain 3 or more times as much lutein as found in other > common vegetables and fruits. > > . Oleic acid and Potassium -- Both of these nutrients also help in lowering > cholesterol and reducing the risk of high blood pressure. > > > > You can add avocados to your diet in many ways: > > 1) The easiest way is to cut the avocado in half and sprinkle it with > herbal seasoning or maple syrup. > > 2) Chop the avocado and add it to a salad, or use it as a topping or > side garnish for soup. > > 3) Mash an avocado and spread it on bread or a bagel (in place of > butter or cream cheese). > > 4) Cut an avocado in half and fill the little hollow (left after you > remove the pit) with your favorite healthy topping such as herbed rice or > couscous. > > 5) Make an avocado dressing or the crowd-pleasing guacamole dip to add > flavor to raw or steamed vegetables. You can easily find many avocado > recipes online. > > Blended with fruit, avocados make a rich and delicious snack, side dish > or dessert -- and produces highly-nutritious baby food which delivers "good > fat" for baby's brain and physical development. > > Before you indulge in avocados to your heart's content, however, > remember that they have lots of calories because of their fat content. > According to WebMD, "A medium-sized avocado contains 30 grams of fat, as > much as a quarter-pound burger. That's why diet experts have long urged > Americans to go easy on avocados in favor of less fatty fruits and > vegetables. But now nutritionists are taking another look. They're finding > that most of the fat in an avocado is monounsaturated -- the "good" kind > that actually lowers cholesterol levels. Thanks to this new understanding, > the U.S. government recently revised its official nutrition guidelines to > urge Americans to eat more avocados." > > > Lucille > > -------------------------------------------------- > From: "Sherry Rose" <sherry@...> > Sent: Friday, January 20, 2012 11:09 PM > < > > Subject: Chia Seeds > > > I've been looking for a way to get the recommended amount of Omega-3s > > into my diet. I'm vegetarian, and I haven't been able to find > > anything except walnuts (which one must really chew, chew, chew to > > unleash the omega-3s or they will pass through the body) and flax > > seeds/oil, which I really hate. I've found one or two DHA capsules > > for sale, but they contain gelatin. I was in a vitamin store today, > > and the salesperson recommended chia seeds. I've heard of growing > > "chia pets," but nothing else about the seeds. Are they a really > > good source of omega-3s that I could put in a Vitamix smoothie? Are > > there other vegetarian sources of omega-3s that would work and would > > taste OK to good? > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2012 Report Share Posted January 21, 2012 I probably get a little pecan maybe MAYBE once or twice a year. I just don't like them that much. I avoid Walnuts like the plague. Velda On 1/21/2012 4:10 PM, Berry wrote: Velda, as someone with severe allergies, please let me caution you that a "mild" allergy can turn anaphalactic in NO time-from one exposure to the next, so do be mindful. Â If you are having even a mild reaction to something, best to avoid it for at least 6 months before reintroducing it, and then with caution!! Sent from my iPad On Jan 21, 2012, at 4:03 PM, Velda <solomon@...> wrote: Â Is there enough oil in some of the other nuts to work as well as walnuts? I am allergic to walnuts but can use cashews, almonds, hazelnuts, peanuts, and small amounts of pecans (I am beginning to react to them as I did for years with walnuts with a slight burning on my tongue after eating, which with walnuts progressed to caused asthma exacerbation). Velda On 1/21/2012 8:41 AM, Lea Ann Savage wrote: And my Strawberry vinaigrette recipe (see links) uses walnuts blended into it instead of oil! Blessings, Lea Ann Savage Satellite Beach, FL (321) 773-7088 (home) (321-961-9219 (cell) www.VitamixLady.com www..com <))>< On Jan 20, 2012, at 11:25 PM, wrote: Â If you like walnuts as a source, you can also make a mixed nut butter or walnut butter in the Vitamix. If you use just walnuts, you will have to add an oil, since they are pretty dry, but if you mix them with higher oil nuts, you won't need to add more oil. > > Here's something you might like that has omaga-3. > > From Under Ground Health report.. > > Did You Know... > > . . . that the avocado has been called the world's most perfect food? It > has achieved this distinction because many nutritionists claim it not only > contains everything a person needs to survive -- but it has also been found > to contribute to the prevention and control of Alzheimer's, cancer, heart > disease, diabetes and other health conditions. > > The avocado (Persea gratissima or P. americana) originated in Puebla, > Mexico and its earliest use dates back to 10,000 years B.C. Since AD 900, > the avocado tree has been cultivated and grown in Central and South America. > In the 19th century, the avocado made its entry into California, and has > since become a very successful commercial crop. Ninety-five percent (95%) > of U.S. avocados are gown in Southern California. > > The avocado, also called the alligator pear, is a high-fiber, sodium- > and cholesterol-free food that provides nearly 20 essential nutrients, > including fiber, is rich in healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats > (such as omega-3 fatty acids), vitamins A, C, D, E, K and the B vitamins > (thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, biotin, vitamin B-6, > vitamin B-12 and folate) -- as well as potassium. > > Foods naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as avocados, are > widely acknowledged as the secret to a healthy heart, a brilliant brain and > eagle eyes. > > Dr. G. Amen, a clinical neuroscientist, psychiatrist, > brain-imaging expert and author of the New York Times bestseller Change Your > Brain, Change Your Life counts avocados as one of the top brain-healthy > foods that can help prevent Alzheimer's Disease. That's not only because of > the avocado's omega-3 fatty acid content but also its... > > ==> Vitamin E content -- An international journal called Alzheimer 's > Disease and Associated Disorders, reported its findings from years of > clinical trials -- high doses of Vitamin E can neutralize free radicals and > the buildup of proteins to reverse the memory loss in Alzheimer's patients; > reverse symptoms of Alzheimer's in the early stages and retard the > progression of the disease; > > ==> Folate content -- helps to prevent the formation of tangled nerve fibers > associated with Alzheimer's. > > The virtues of the avocado are too numerous to mention, but here are > just a few more health benefits that its nutritional profile provide: > > > * Monounsaturated Fats -- These types of fats help control triglycerides in > the bloodstream, lower blood cholesterol and control diabetes. > > * Folate -- This water-soluble B vitamin promotes healthy cell and tissue > development. According the National Institute of Health's Office of Dietary > Supplements, "This is especially important during periods of rapid cell > division and growth such as infancy and pregnancy. Folate is also essential > for metabolism of homocysteine and helps maintain normal levels of this > amino acid." > > * Lutein -- This is a carotenoid (a natural pigment) that protects against > cataracts and certain types of cancer, and reduces the risk of macular > degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in adults 65 years of age and > older. Avocados contain 3 or more times as much lutein as found in other > common vegetables and fruits. > > . Oleic acid and Potassium -- Both of these nutrients also help in lowering > cholesterol and reducing the risk of high blood pressure. > > > > You can add avocados to your diet in many ways: > > 1) The easiest way is to cut the avocado in half and sprinkle it with > herbal seasoning or maple syrup. > > 2) Chop the avocado and add it to a salad, or use it as a topping or > side garnish for soup. > > 3) Mash an avocado and spread it on bread or a bagel (in place of > butter or cream cheese). > > 4) Cut an avocado in half and fill the little hollow (left after you > remove the pit) with your favorite healthy topping such as herbed rice or > couscous. > > 5) Make an avocado dressing or the crowd-pleasing guacamole dip to add > flavor to raw or steamed vegetables. You can easily find many avocado > recipes online. > > Blended with fruit, avocados make a rich and delicious snack, side dish > or dessert -- and produces highly-nutritious baby food which delivers "good > fat" for baby's brain and physical development. > > Before you indulge in avocados to your heart's content, however, > remember that they have lots of calories because of their fat content. > According to WebMD, "A medium-sized avocado contains 30 grams of fat, as > much as a quarter-pound burger. That's why diet experts have long urged > Americans to go easy on avocados in favor of less fatty fruits and > vegetables. But now nutritionists are taking another look. They're finding > that most of the fat in an avocado is monounsaturated -- the "good" kind > that actually lowers cholesterol levels. Thanks to this new understanding, > the U.S. government recently revised its official nutrition guidelines to > urge Americans to eat more avocados." > > > Lucille > > -------------------------------------------------- > From: "Sherry Rose" <sherry@...> > Sent: Friday, January 20, 2012 11:09 PM > < > > Subject: Chia Seeds > > > I've been looking for a way to get the recommended amount of Omega-3s > > into my diet. I'm vegetarian, and I haven't been able to find > > anything except walnuts (which one must really chew, chew, chew to > > unleash the omega-3s or they will pass through the body) and flax > > seeds/oil, which I really hate. I've found one or two DHA capsules > > for sale, but they contain gelatin. I was in a vitamin store today, > > and the salesperson recommended chia seeds. I've heard of growing > > "chia pets," but nothing else about the seeds. Are they a really > > good source of omega-3s that I could put in a Vitamix smoothie? Are > > there other vegetarian sources of omega-3s that would work and would > > taste OK to good? > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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