Who's Your MommaCHIA?

What is Mamma Chia?
For health-conscious individuals seeking an extra dose of vitality, Mamma Chia is the undeniable drink of choice. Infused with ancient wisdom and powered by one of the world’s healthiest whole foods, Mamma Chia provides sustained energy to power your soul’s purpose.

Mamma Chia pairs the highest quality organic chia seeds with delicious organic fruit juices and is lightly sweetened with a touch of organic agave nectar. The pleasing appearance of the chia seeds suspended throughout the beverage adds a compelling quality full of heart and brain-healthy omega-3s, powerful antioxidants and dietary fibers, as well as complete protein, calcium and magnesium. Combined, these nutrients create a vital force that delivers the power to live the life you’ve always wanted.

What is the story behind chia?
Chia seeds, an ancient grain, were revered by both the Mayans and Aztecs for their amazing energy and natural healing powers – in fact, “chia” is the Mayan word for “strength.” In pre-Columbian times, chia seeds were a main component of both the Aztec and Mayan diets, and played a prominent role in religious ceremonies. One tablespoon of the seeds was considered capable of sustaining a warrior for 24 hours. Today, chia is the force behind the famous long distance runners, the Tarahumara Indians of Mexico’s Copper Canyon. The Tarahumara power their extraordinary stamina with chia, as described in the New York Times bestselling book, Born to Run by Christopher McDougall:

“In terms of nutritional content, a tablespoon of chia is like a smoothie made from salmon, spinach, and human growth hormone. As tiny as those seeds are, they’re superpacked with Omega-3s, protein, calcium, iron, zinc, fiber and antioxidants. If you had to pick just one desert-island food, you couldn’t do much better than chia, at least if you were interested in building muscle, lowering cholesterol, and reducing your risk of heart disease; after a few months on the chia diet, you could probably swim home.”

“Chia was once so treasured, the Aztecs used to deliver it to their king in homage. Aztec runners used to chomp chia seeds as they went into battle, and the Hopis fueled themselves on chia during their epic runs from Arizona to the Pacific Ocean.” – Born To Run

Chia seeds come from the desert plant Salvia hispanica, a member of the mint family that grows in North, Central and South America. Consumed as early as 3,000 B.C., chia seeds were eaten as a grain, mixed with water, ground into flour, mixed into medicines, and pressed for omega-3 oil.

These extraordinary seeds offer a complete nutritional profile of omega-3, balanced dietary fiber, complete protein, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Unlike flaxseed, they do not need to be ground in order to absorb the nutritional benefits. Chia really is one of the world’s healthiest whole foods!

I love chia and MommaChia makes it easy and good. You should try it at home . It's easy... Or Visit me at WFM Venice. We have Chia!!!



for more info visit www.mammachia.com




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Steel Cut Oats

My Sunday Breakfast! Yum. I just had to post a pic. I will post an update on info ASAP

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This is a New Item at Whole Foods Market Venice. I'm in love with it.

Linwoods Health Foods
Ground Nuts Berries & Seeds

What Is A Super Food?
From Wiki
Superfood is a term sometimes used to describe food with high phytonutrient content that may confer health benefits as a result. For example, blueberries are often considered a superfood (or superfruit) because they contain significant amounts of antioxidants, anthocyanins, vitamin C, manganese, and dietary fiber.
The term is not in common currency amongst dieticians and nutritional scientists, many of whom dispute the claims made that consuming particular foodstuffs can have a health benefit.There is no legal definition of the term and it has been alleged that this has led to it being over-used as a marketing tool.

I'm a huge fan of this. It's a great source of omegas 3 ,B12 Zink and Iron.... just Amazing! I can't wait to try them all.

Today Voskos Greek Yogurt with Ground Flax , Sunflower, Pumpkin & sesame seeds and Goji Berries Yum!


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Wish Me Luck!!!

ATL interview in less then 24 hours. I'm getting Extremely Excited. Say a preyer , wish me luck or send good vibes. I need it all, love you!

History On The Sales Floor

I remember visiting my local Mrs's Gooch's as a kid. Carrot Juice and Blue Corn chips ... My favorites! I had no clue what a GMO was or Artificial Anything. I'm glad WFM took Mrs's G's To the next level. Original Private Label history still only in the LA area.



Sandy Gooch, a homemaker and former grade school teacher, became interested in natural foods after suffering severe allergic reactions to antibiotics and chemical additives in food. She joined forces with Dan Volland, who operated three health food stores, to open the first Mrs. Gooch's Natural Foods Market in West Los Angeles in January 1977.

Within a year, the second market opened in Hermosa Beach. Over the next decade, new markets were launched in Northridge, Sherman Oaks, Glendale, Beverly Hills, and Thousand Oaks.




Mrs. Gooch's held its suppliers to rigorous standards: no harmful chemicals or preservatives, no artificial colors or flavorings, and no white flour, refined sugar, alcohol, caffeine or chocolate. With its consumer education programs, the company helped fuel a growing demand for natural foods in southern California.

Whole Foods Market acquired Mrs. Gooch's in 1993.

Info from WholeFoodsMarket.com


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Avacado Love

I love Avocados with Seasalt , Cracked pepper and lime. Yum!

on the subject of Whole Foods Private Label...

Whole Foods Market Now serving Guacamole. I tried it. It's yummy and Affordable.




Avocados are commercially valuable, and are cultivated in tropical and mediterranean climates throughout the world, producing a green-skinned, pear-shaped fruit that ripens after harvesting. Trees are partially self-pollinating and often are propagated through grafting to maintain a predictable quality and quantity of the fruit.

About 75% of an avocado's calories come from fat, most of which is monounsaturated fat.
Avocados also have 60% more potassium than bananas. They are rich in B vitamins, as well as vitamin E and vitamin K.
Avocados have a high fiber content among fruits – including 75% insoluble and 25% soluble fiber.
A fatty triol (fatty alcohol) with one double bond, avocadene (16-heptadecene-1,2,4-triol), is found in avocado .

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Xing Tea

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5 Vegetables You Should Be Eating

5 Vegetables you should be eating

1. Collard greens

Though collards are associated with Southern cooking alongside pork, vegans should be scarfing up collard greens. “Collard greens are a meaningful source of calcium and fiber as well as containing other vitamins and minerals,” says Chef Rabney.

2. Kale

“Kale is also a good source of calcium and fiber. Many people still think of it as a garnish, although with several available varieties it’s starting to gain popularity, especially when made into chips,” explains Chef Rabney, who shares dozens of creative healthy recipes in her new book Delicious for Life: Your Everyday Guide to Making Quick & Healthy Meals.

3. Mustard greens

Mustard greens are another oft overlooked crucifer that has a strong spicy bite. “A small amount of it raw can make a great addition to a salad,” suggests Chef Rabney. If you’re looking for a more subtle flavor, enjoy mustard greens cooked. “As they cook, the spiciness mellows and is especially good when cooked with sautéed onions that are naturally sweet,” the healthy chef adds.

4. Jicama

Jicama, which is not part of the crucifer family, often gets passed by in the produce aisle because of its rather homely appearance. “Jicama is a root vegetable and a great source of fiber. It also provides vitamins and minerals including vitamin C and potassium,” Chef Rabney says. To eat jicama, remove the peel and bite into the white slightly sweet and crunchy flesh. “It’s very popular in Mexico and it is definitely enhanced by a squeeze of fresh lime juice, a pinch of sea salt and even a dash of chili powder,” she adds. Slice jicama and eat it as a low-carb, low-calorie alternative to chips.

5. Sea vegetables

Have you had your fill of seaweed lately? According to Chef Rabney, sea vegetables are loaded with nutrients, including iron, calcium, iodine, zinc, many vitamins, and fiber. “When we think about vegetables, we typically picture a garden but there is a whole other world of vegetables that provide great nutrition, texture and taste,” she explains. “Wakami and nori are probably the most familiar in America as some people eat nori with their sushi and wakami in miso soup in restaurants. Arame seaweed can easily be tossed into a stir fry or pot of grains, kombu can be used when cooking soups and beans and miso soup can be easily made at home using wakame and kombu. Buy a pre-made gamasio which is a blend of seaweed, sesame seeds and sea salt that can be sprinkled on rice or just about anything.”

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