Eating With Chia Seeds (Paperback)

Paperback. Chia seeds (Salvia hispanica), also called Salba chia or Mexican chia, are the edible seeds of a flowering plant from the mint family. Native to Mexico and Guatemala, the seeds have a long history. They were a vital crop in ancient Aztec and Mesoamerican cultures. The seeds had medicinal applications and made up an important part of the peoples' diets. Today, chia grows commercially in many countries including Mexico, Guatemala, Peru, Argentina, Australia, and the United States. The seeds are widely recognized as a nutrient-dense addition to healthy diets.In this book, you'll find: -An introduction to what chia seeds, the health benefits, and a brief history-25 easy-to-follow and irresistible recipes from chia seed banana bread, and blueberry chia pancakes, to chia-crusted salmon, and spinach chia seed lasagna. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.