Cooking with Chia for Dummies by Debbie Dooly and Barrie Rogers 2014 Paperback

$ 2.75

Item Height: 0.6 in Author: Debbie Dooly, Barrie Rogers ISBN-10: 1118867068 Topic: Specific Ingredients / Natural Foods, Diet & Nutrition / Diets ISBN-13: 9781118867068 Book Title: Cooking with Chia for Dummies Number of Pages: 288 Pages brand: Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John Synopsis: Power up your day with a daily dose of chia! Omega-3 fatty acids and fiber are the superstars of cardiovascular health, and chia seeds contain them both in spades. They're also great sources of iron, calcium, magnesium, and zinc, and have been linked to better cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood pressure levels. It's no wonder they've been a staple in Central American diets since the Aztecs, and are once again growing in popularity. Chia is truly a superfood, both nutritious and versatile. Both the seeds and sprouts are edible, but there's so much more to chia than that! Cooking With Chia For Dummies explores the benefits and many uses of the chia seed, and guides you through a multitude of ways to add chia to your diet. Featuring over 125 recipes, you'll learn how to choose among the different types of chia options, how to use and how to use it, and exactly how much you need to reap the health benefits. Camouflage your chia or make it the star of the dish Incorporate chia into your favorite meal Adapt the recipes to be vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free Discover chia recipes that even kids will eat Learn why you shouldn't harvest the sprouts from your Chia pet, and where to buy high-quality seeds to eat. Chia is already fueling endurance athletes and is beloved by dietitians. You deserve to feel great, and there's no reason your taste buds should suffer for it. Chia is a delicious addition to any meal, and there's no reason for you to miss out. Cooking With Chia For Dummies is your comprehensive guide to adding chia to your diet, and your companion on the journey to ultimate health., Power up your day with a daily dose of chia! Omega-3 fatty acids and fiber are the superstars of cardiovascular health, and chia seeds contain them both in spades. They're also great sources of iron, calcium, magnesium, and zinc, and have been linked to better cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood pressure levels., Power up your day with a daily dose of chia Omega-3 fatty acids and fiber are the superstars of cardiovascular health, and chia seeds contain them both in spades. They're also great sources of iron, calcium, magnesium, and zinc, and have been linked to better cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood pressure levels. It's no wonder they've been a staple in Central American diets since the Aztecs, and are once again growing in popularity. Chia is truly a superfood, both nutritious and versatile. Both the seeds and sprouts are edible, but there's so much more to chia than that Cooking With Chia For Dummies explores the benefits and many uses of the chia seed, and guides you through a multitude of ways to add chia to your diet. Featuring over 125 recipes, you'll learn how to choose among the different types of chia options, how to use and how to use it, and exactly how much you need to reap the health benefits. Camouflage your chia or make it the star of the dish Incorporate chia into your favorite meal Adapt the recipes to be vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free Discover chia recipes that even kids will eat Learn why you shouldn't harvest the sprouts from your Chia pet, and where to buy high-quality seeds to eat. Chia is already fueling endurance athletes and is beloved by dietitians. You deserve to feel great, and there's no reason your taste buds should suffer for it. Chia is a delicious addition to any meal, and there's no reason for you to miss out. Cooking With Chia For Dummies is your comprehensive guide to adding chia to your diet, and your companion on the journey to ultimate health., Learn to: Make 125+ simple and delicious recipes Know what to look for when you shop for chia Grasp the superfood benefits of chia Incorporate chia into breakfasts, lunches, snacks, dinners, and desserts Power up your day with a daily dose of chia Are you looking for a way to boost your nutritional intake and improve your health? You ve come to the right place. With Cooking with Chia For Dummies , you ll grasp the benefits and disease-fighting power of this ultimate superfood, learn how to choose among the different types of chia options, and discover how to use it to reap its many health rewards. Ch-ch-ch chia get an easy-to-follow introduction to the nutrient-dense chia seed, from its disease-fighting capabilities and endless versatility to the many ways you can cook with chia The power of chia get to know how a diet rich in chia can be linked to better cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood pressure levels In the kitchen with chia make more than 125 easy and tasty recipes for every meal of the day, from mouthwatering mains to savory snacks and delectable desserts Chia for life discover why the chia seed has been an endurance food of ancient cultures, as well as modern athletes and distance runners The power of ten find ten tricks for getting chia into your everyday diet, ten reasons chia is a superfood, and ten ways to sneak chia into kids dishes Open the book and find: 125+ recipes for cooking with chia How to camouflage your chia or make it the star of your dish Substitutions for making recipes vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free Kid-friendly chia recipes How chia can help you shed those unwanted pounds Advice on where to find chia Reasons pregnant women should add chia to their diet Publisher: Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John Format: Trade Paperback gtin13: 9781118867068 Item Length: 9.1 in Intended Audience: Trade LC Classification Number: TX814.5.S44R64 2014 Illustrator: Yes Publication Year: 2014 Table Of Content: Introduction 1 Part I: Getting Started with Chia 5 Chapter 1: Ch-Ch-Ch-Chia: An Introduction to the Nutrient-Dense Chia Seed 7 Chapter 2: Getting Your Nutritional Facts Right: The Tiny Seed with a Mighty Punch 15 Chapter 3: Unleashing the Disease-Fighting Power of Chia 27 Chapter 4: The Endless Versatility of Chia 35 Chapter 5: Buying, Storing, and Using Chia 43 Part II: Starting Your Day the Right Way: Breakfasts 53 Chapter 6: Getting Chia into Your Breakfast Bowl 55 Chapter 7: Taking Your Time in the Morning: Cooked Breakfasts 71 Chapter 8: Smoothies and Juices: Nutrition in a Glass 89 Part III: Appetizers, Main Courses, and Something for Everyone 105 Chapter 9: Let's Get This Party Started: Before the Main Course 107 Chapter 10: Mouthwatering Main Courses and Sides 127 Chapter 11: Satisfying Dietary Restrictions 149 Chapter 12: Especially for Kids 167 Part IV: Boosting Your Baked Goods with Chia 185 Chapter 13: Delicious Breads, Muffins, and Jams 187 Chapter 14: Chia on the Go 203 Chapter 15: Have Your Cake and Eat It, Too: Chia Desserts 213 Part V: The Part of Tens 231 Chapter 16: Ten Tricks for Get ting Chia into Your Everyday Diet 233 Chapter 17: Ten Ways Chia Is a Superfood 237 Chapter 18: Ten Ways to Sneak Chia into Your Kids' Food 241 Appendix: Metric Conversion Guide 245 Index 249 Language: English Genre: Cooking, Health & Fitness Item Weight: 12.8 Oz Item Width: 7.2 in

Description

  1. This book is a fantastic introduction to cooking with chia seeds! The recipes are simple yet creative, perfect for beginners. The authors explain the health benefits clearly and offer practical tips. I love how versatile the ideas are—from smoothies to baked goods. Definitely a must-have for anyone looking to add more nutrition to their meals in a tasty way!

    Jim Lake8a67