Tuesday Tip

Valentine's Day is just around the corner.  Why not celebrate with this super easy healthy dessert!

Raspberry Chia Seed Pudding:

Mix 3-4 tablespoons of chia seeds with 1 cup of almond milk, cashew milk, or coconut milk.  Mix it up really well with a spoon so all the clumps are gone.

Mix in 1 teaspoon of maple syrup or honey for a little sweetness if you would like. Cinnamon and vanilla taste good too!

Put the mixture in the fridge for 1-2 hours or even overnight.

Before eating, top it off with raspberries!

Chia seeds have no taste but they have a massive amount of health benefits.

• Chia is the ancient Mayan word for strength.
• More than 80% of the carbohydrate content of chia seeds is in the form of insoluble fiber. When chia seeds are placed in liquids, their fibers absorb up to 10-12 times their own weight and the seeds turn into a gel-like mass.
• Chia seeds are the best-known plant-based source of omega-3 fatty acids.
• Chia seeds contain all nine essential amino acids and are a high-quality plant-based protein.

Chia seeds are packed with fiber, among the best plant-based sources of omega-3 fatty acids, and are also loaded with protein causing increased fullness and reduced food intake.  Try out the recipe this Valentine's Day!

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