The Magic of Chia: Revival of an Ancient Wonder Food
"Jim Scheer has been one of my favorite nutrition reporters and editors for more than twenty years because he is always at the forefront of nutritional research analysis. Now he has written a fascinating book on the health benefits of chia. Everyone should read this new book about this old food that has become available once again."—Richard A. Passwater, Ph.D."The combined effect (of desert foods such as chia, cholla, and mesquite) is to prevent wide swings in blood sugar, slow down the digestive process, and delay the return of hunger."—Jane E. Brody, from herNew York Timesarticle, "Desert's Bounty Beats Overweight and Diabetes""James Scheer has unlocked the secrets of the magic of chia. Through easy-to-use recipes, he tells us how to discover the magic in this ancient, natural, and healthy food."—Dr. Earl Mindell, author ofThe Vitamin Bible,Herb Bible, andPrescription Alternatives