Chia Seeds are known to aid Diabetics

What if there was a natural food which would slow down the conversion of
carbohydrates into sugar while adding protein?

There is, it is called Chia

     Chia's hydrophilic structure holds water, so when mixed with sauces, drinks, yogurt, salad, dressings, cream cheese, jellies and preserves, salsa, hot/cold cereal, dips, puddings, soups, etc., it displaces calories and fat without diluting flavor. In addition to extending foods by 50% - 75% calories and fat have been reduced without compromising flavor, with an ingredient that is 90% water. Chia gel is also a great fat replacer for baked goods and special qualities for sugar control and weight loss.

      Little is known, however, of the chia seeds tremendous nutritional value and medicinal properties. For centuries the Indians of the southwest and Mexico used this tiny little seed as a staple food. Known as the running food, its use as a high-energy endurance food has been recorded as far back as the ancient Aztecs. It was said the Aztec warriors subsisted on the Chia seeds during the conquests. The Indians of the southwest would eat as little as a teaspoon full when going on a 24hr. forced march. Indians running form the Colorado River to the California coast to trade turquoise for seashells would only bring the Chia seeds for their nourishment.

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     If you try mixing a spoonful of Chia Seeds in a glass of water and leaving it for approximately 30 minutes or so, when you return the glass will appear to contain not seeds or water, but an almost solid gelatin. This gel-forming reaction is due to the soluble fiber in the Chia Seeds. Research believes this same gel-forming phenomenon takes place in the stomach when foods containing these gummy fibers, known as mucilage’s, are eaten. The gel that is formed in the stomach creates a physical barrier between carbohydrates and the digestive enzymes that break them down, thus slowing the conversion of carbohydrates into sugar.

      In addition to the obvious benefits for diabetics sugar levels, this conversion of carbohydrates into sugar offers the ability for creating endurance. Carbohydrates are the fuel for energy in our bodies. Prolonging their conversion into sugar stabilizes metabolic changes, diminishing the surges of highs and lows creating a longer duration in their fueling effects.

     One of the exceptional qualities of the Chia seed is its hydrophilic properties, having the ability to absorb more than 12 times its weight in water. Its ability to hold on to water offers the ability to prolong hydration. Fluids and electrolytes provide the environment that supports the life of all the body’s cells. Their concentration and composition are regulated to remain as constant as possible.

With Chia seeds, you retain moisture; regulate, more efficiently, the body’s absorption of nutrients and body fluids. Because there is a greater efficiency in the utilization of body fluids, the electrolyte balance is maintained. Example: Fluid and electrolyte imbalances occur when large amounts of fluids are lost resulting from vomiting, diarrhea, high fever, or more commonly from sweating?

     The loss of extra cellular fluid occurs in these conditions. Intercellular fluid then shifts out of cells to compensate, causing abnormal distribution of electrolytes across cell membranes resulting in cellular malfunction. So. Retaining and efficiently utilizing body fluids maintains the integrity of extra cellular fluids, protecting intercellular fluid balance. The results of which ensure normal electrolyte dispersion across cell membranes , maintaining fluid balances, resulting in normal cellular function.

     Chia seeds are the  definitive hydrophilic colloid for the 21-century diet. Hydrophilic colloids, a watery, gelatinous, glue-like substance form the underlying elements of all living cells. They posses the property of readily taking up and giving off the substances essential to cell life. The precipitation of the hydrophilic colloids cause cell death. The foods we eat, in the raw state, consist largely of hydrophilic colloids.

     The unsaturated fatty acids function in the body by cooperating with vitamin D in making calcium available to the tissues, assisting in the assimilation of phosphorus, and stimulating the conversion of carotene into vitamin A. Fatty acids are related to normal functioning of the reproductive system. Chia seeds contain beneficial long-chain triglycerides (LCT) in the right proportion to reduce cholesterol on arterial walls.

    Whether you are interested in chia seeds for weight loss, hydration during physical activities, nutritional values or to control diabetics sugar levels it is truly an amazing food.

    100% natural and 99% organic, so simple yet so beneficial to all who use it. I have watched my customer’s response and it is overwhelming. The fact that you can add to any beverage or food without changing the taste is a bonus. I take the chia seeds myself and have noticed a difference in my energy levels and digestive tract. When you buy our bulk chia seeds there will be instructions and a list of the nutrients in the package.

    if you could come to my store, I would show you that Natural Remi-Teas chia seeds come in resealable plastic bags and stored dry unrefrigerated can last up to 4 to 5 years. If you check the internet, you will see we have the best price on organically grown chia seeds. Our prices are so good, you may wonder about the quality. I am very picky about the quality and package in the cleanest conditions. Click the buy now button to see the wide assortment of Chia Seeds types and bag sizes. Take care of yourself naturally.

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Your kidding me, I have Diabetes?

      Hi. My name is Michael D'Amico. I work for Marion Gray, the owner of Natural Remi-Teas. I am not a doctor. I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in April of 2007. I was surprised I would have this problem since I am an occasional runner.
      I grew up in an Italian household we all ate a lot of pasta. Growing up, the evil food was considered hamburgers and not breads and pasta. My problem was not just the food that I ate. My doctor pointed out that I did spend a lot of time on the computer at work and at home. My sugar was 210. It should be in a range from 60 to 110. He then gave me a One Touch monitor and I was told to test daily. I hated that I would have to prick my fingers everyday. I was shocked to see how much the test strips were. I also had a terrible time the first day getting enough blood on those test strips. No longer would I be able to enjoy ice cream and full plates of pasta at a restaurant. I resented restaurants that would give you free bread that I could not have.
     I than saw someone on television who lost part of his legs due to diabetes. I was told diabetes could lead to stroke and could do damage to the arteries behind the eyes. There were others who ate worse than I. Why was I being singled out with this problem.
     Worried about the future, I began to change my eating habits. I talked to Marion the owner of Natural Remi-Teas and she recommended the Chia Acai Energy Bar and Chia Seeds. The Chia Acai Energy Bar has 41 grams of carbohydrates. I asked a diabetic nutritionist and she said because there was 6 grams of protein, the protein would bring the effective carbohydrates down to 15 grams. If you are lacking energy, the general rule of thumb is to have 15 grams of carbohydrates. So this was okay for my diet and it would also be convenient for a quick breakfast or snack.
     Since I was serious about getting my sugar levels down and losing weight, I began to exercise everyday. I also would have the Chia Acai Bar for breakfast. After 2 months, my sugar went down to 145.
     There was something that I did that would bring my sugar down much better than anything else. One day it dropped 10 points, another day it dropped 16 points. Before I tell you what I did, I realize everyone is different with different favorite diets and different exercise routines.
     Chia seeds that can be mixed with any drink and poured on foods like birthday cake or yogurt that slows down the metabolization of carbohydrates to sugar. When I had a 5k or 5 mile race, I would take a couple ounces of chia seeds and I would be full at the end of the race. I would watch everyone else partake in the bananas, bagels after the race. I felt full, so I had no desire to eat even though I had not eaten any foods, prior to the race.
      Before a race, I would take 3 ounces of chia seeds. One day, I did an intense workout for about 1/2 hour. I ate a diabetic healthy breakfast and lunch. Dinner was 3 ounces of Chia seeds and a 1/2 hour workout brought my sugar down from 125 to 115. Doing the same routine, but a 1 hour workout brought my sugar down from 122 to 106.
      I urge you to do research and begin an exercise program if you have not already done so. E-mail me at lowermysugar@naturalremi-teas.com. Let me know what your sugar level is and what you are doing to bring it down. I don't care if you are an athlete, customer of the store, or not. I sincerely want to help people. It is terrible that people can lose limbs, eyesight, etc and if I can help one person, that would be great. Also, if you are having any successes or you are using Chia Seeds, Stevia and glycemic index friendly Natural Agave Nectar please let me know.

News..........April 10th 2008 - Running season starts this weekend with the Maple Sap 5 mile run. We will be updating the majority of these races with published race result links. I am 46 now with a sugar level of 111 as of this morning and hope to continue improving. I have been taking Chia Seeds, Acai, yerba mate, white tea, and stonebreaker in order to get ready for this running season and the challenge to improve for 2008. Go to male age 45 to 49 to find my results.

Running log Michael D'Amico for 2007 and 2008 
          
Maple Sap 5 mile April07 58:17 April08 48.22  

Rich Voticek 5k      April07 32:45 May08   26:48 

Cleveland RiteAid10k May07 1:09:38 May08   55:43

                        Bibb 8638    Bibb 9702

Flag Day 5k          June07  31:15          

Run for the Goal 5k  June07  30:43

RunfortheHills 10k   June07 1:03:57

PainesvilleRec 5mile July07   50:03

It'sBetterinMentor   Sept07   47:37

       

     

        

            

       

                       

       

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