Living Low Carb with Chia Seeds

Chia seeds are low carb and gluten-free, making them perfect for diabetics, low carbers, and those who are gluten intolerant. They also have healthy Omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and fiber as well as other nutrients.

Your body can absorb the nutrients without the seeds having to be ground (unlike flax seeds), so you can use them whole or ground. They oxidize slowly, so they don't go rancid quickly.

These Crispy Dark Chocolates are another example of the decadent, yet healthy things you can make with chia seeds.

Because you can use them whole or milled/ground, there are many ways to use chia seeds.

If you soak the whole seeds in liquid, they will form a gel. This comes in really handy for making things like puddings or thick drinks. Or a hot cereal that really hits the spot on cold mornings.

You can also sprinkle chia seeds on other foods, like salads.

My favorite way to use the seeds (either whole or milled/ground) is as a flour substitute in everything from crunchy waffles to mini cakes, like this little Spicy Chia Pudding Cake.