Recipes

African Millet Porridge with Chia Seeds

By Merab Inyika June 25, 2019 |

Millet porridge with Chia Seed is a light, nutritious breakfast to get you started for the day. Millet is also called Wimbi in Swahili. It is a whole grain seed that is ground into flour used to make porridge. Mum would make millet porridge every day in the evening when...

Lemon Chia Seed Pancakes

By Merab Inyika June 24, 2019 |

Have you tried lemon Chia seed pancakes? Chia seeds add extra nutrition and a little added crunch here and there. Chia seeds contain omega 3 (a great source for vegans) and it’s a complete protein. Adding zesty lemon makes for a bright flavor. Use as many as 2 lemons for...

Strawberries and Cream Chia Pudding

By Merab Inyika June 03, 2019 |

“Chia pudding” is a perfect swap for sugary, processed bread or rice puddings that are loaded with refined carbs and empty calories. Chia seeds have the ability to soak up water and form a gel-like substance, which closely resembles other dessert-like puddings that may be some of your childhood favorites.The...

Chia Water Detox

By Merab Inyika April 15, 2019 |

Chia seeds are gluten-free and a great source of calcium. They also help curb your appetite. When added to a glass of water they swell up and take on a gel-like consistency. You can add Chia to a number or drinks juices, porridge, jams, yogurt and smoothies. Add 1 tablespoon of Chia seeds to...