Chia Seed Cereal with Nuts & Berries

Chia is considered a super food with it’s abundant nutrients. It contains more omega 3 & 6 than a piece of salmon, 3 to 6 times more calcium than a serving of milk protein, 11 grams of good fiber per ounce which is nearly 50% of the daily recommend that helps to prevent colon disorders like diverticulitis or IBS.  As for protein, it is considered a complete protein since it contains all 8 essential amino acids all of which when readily available for synthesis in the body, build strong healthy tissues.  And with the importance of antioxidants, you will certainly get a good dose of them to fight any free radicals roaming around in your body.

Yield: 1 serving

3 tbsp chia seeds

1 cup organic almond or soy milk or make your own

2 tbsp dried unsulphured organic cranberries

1/2-1 tsp cinnamon

1/4 tsp all spice

1/8 tsp cardamon

1/2 tsp vanilla

3 drops liquid stevia

diced strawberries, raspberries & blueberries for toppings

raw almonds, cashews & sunflower seeds for toppings (preferably soaked over night)

fresh mint as garnish or topping