[BETTER BUT NOT CURED]  02/27/2011: Bea from Tulsa, Ok: "I started taking chia seeds last fall. I am a diabetic and took 3 tbls in 6 oz of water, with a little lime juice. I made it the night before, put in the fridge, and have a light, tasty breakfast. I can tell you, that after about 3 weeks, my fasting blood sugar was getting steadily lower. I have since cut back on my insulin, and I am also losing weight, perhaps because now I have the energy to get out and walk 30 min. 3-4 times per week. I don't know if this progress will continue, but I sure hope so."

09/02/2011: Cherylanne from Clarksburg, Wv Usa: "After reading about chia seed, I purchased a lb bag of them for the omegas. I couldn't believe the vitamins, minerals and amino acid complex in these little seeds. After 2 weeks, I noticed my energy level increasing and I didn't have my usual sugar cravings in the afternoon. My anxiety started going away and I started walking more. It has been almost 2 months and I couldn't be happier with how much better I am feeling. I put a tablespoon of chia in a glass of water about half full then add a little cranberry juice, let it sit a minute, stir it with a spoon and drink this down twice a day. It's a whole food that is loaded with good things."

01/27/2009: Angie from Oldfield, Missouri replies: "Hello, I also starting using chia seeds this week. could you tell me how it has helped you? thanks"

06/09/2010: Trudy from Port Charlotte, Fl replies: "I've been taking chia seeds on and off for 2 years, and I love it. Sometimes I make a gel or I grind them. How much seeds for constipation daily? Gel or ground?"

01/03/2013: Genevap from Lancaster, Ca replies: "Chia seeds do not have to be crushed. They open whenever they come in contact with moisture. You can add them to anything. I put 1-2 tablespoons in half cup of kefir most of the time. Stir and let sit for few minutes or put back in frig and eat later. Suppresses your appetite, adds omega 3s to your diet and lots of fiber as well. Love them. I also make a pudding with them, add them to soup, many ways to eat them."

EC: Thank you for the suggestion - these seeds sound interesting!

01/06/2009: Tina from River John, Nova Scotia replies: "i was told that salba and ground salba sold in health stores is chia seeds. they are omega 3 rich as well as fibre and protein and their gluten free, check it out!

tina"

02/07/2009: Robert from Toronto, Ontarie-aire-aireo replies: "yes, Salba is just Chia seeds...in my opinion just sales hype and over priced...you should be able to pick up quality Chia for around $16 per pound. It has been a great addition to my morning cereal etc. and seems to sustain me through the day. It's effects were most notable when I first tried it...and diminished since. (a natural law) Unlike flax the omegas are available even without grinding..."

12/11/2010: Lilyelectrolux from Twentynine Palms, Ca, Usa replies: "I have been eating chia seed ever since I heard about it. My favorite breakfast is to put 2 or 3 tablespoons in yogurt flavored with vanilla, anise, cinnamon, with a handful of blueberries and pomegranate seeds."

[YEA]  07/04/2010: Johnny Silverseed from Az: "My Naturopath friend suggested to a partner that he take chia as prep for knee-replacement surgery.

He found the nurse aghast at his omega-3 levels being off the chart prior to surgery. His Dr's were amazed at his rate of healing...at least twice as fast as considered 'normal'

I believe he ingested 3 tbsp daily for a couple weeks ahead of the surgery; an extreme amount to be sure."

05/26/2012: Mary from Guildford, Victoria, Australia replies: "Is it more beneficial to wait till the chia seeds have geled before drinking them or it doesn't matter? Thank you"

09/12/2012: Summer Thyme from Durban, South Africa replies: "I will agree with you in the healing properties of this tiny seed. My husband is battling with brain cancer and he started using chia seed in his diet and we have found a drop in his high blood pressure, general health and energy levels. He eats about 2tsp of it on salads and in his morning meal."

[YEA]  03/09/2013: Kelly from Cinti , Ohio: "Chia Seeds: Thought I'd pass along this info. If you are a homade soup lover (like me), a good substitute for traditional thickeners ( ie. cornstarch, flour, milk) is chia seeds. Have not tried this with flax seed but I'll let you know. The ratio of chia seeds/broth is 1 tbs/1-1-1/2 cups of broth. Yum!!"