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Velvet Magazine April 2016

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Healthy<br />

Health<br />

Written by Sammi Nice<br />

Chia SEEDS<br />

These little seeds are jam-packed with nutrients<br />

such as vitamin C and iron. They’re also high in<br />

protein and fibre and great for hydration. What’s<br />

more is they actually contain more Omega 3<br />

than salmon! Just 20g a day is enough to reap<br />

the benefits and they can be added to pretty<br />

much anything. We’ve listed three quick and<br />

easy ways to get your daily fix:<br />

the<br />

MIGHTY<br />

Chia SEED<br />

Sprinkle on<br />

your porridge<br />

We like using chunky oats with<br />

a nut milk such as coconut<br />

or almond. Simply stir in 2-3<br />

teaspoons of chia seeds and top<br />

with chopped nuts and seeds of<br />

your choice. We suggest pumpkin,<br />

sunflower and flax seeds!<br />

Add to your<br />

morning smoothie<br />

Our favourite is banana with nut<br />

milk and a wholesome nut butter.<br />

Almond butter will provide a good<br />

source of ‘healthy’ fat as well as<br />

balance blood sugar levels.<br />

MAKE CHIA PUDDING<br />

Add 4 teaspoons of chia seeds<br />

to natural Greek yoghurt, drizzle<br />

with honey or agave nectar and<br />

top with fresh berries such as<br />

raspberries and blueberries. It<br />

makes a great breakfast if made<br />

the night before too!<br />

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<strong>Velvet</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong> | Apr <strong>2016</strong>

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