{"id":2494,"date":"2013-07-30T08:45:48","date_gmt":"2013-07-30T12:45:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/eyecandypopper.com\/?p=2494"},"modified":"2019-03-02T16:32:47","modified_gmt":"2019-03-02T21:32:47","slug":"healthy-vegan-egg-replacement-and-vegan-pancakes-no-dairy-no-eggs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flexitariannutrition.com\/healthy-vegan-egg-replacement-and-vegan-pancakes-no-dairy-no-eggs\/","title":{"rendered":"Healthy vegan egg replacement and vegan low-gluten pancakes: no dairy, no eggs"},"content":{"rendered":"

I’ve done it. Thick, fluffy and light as air pancakes without any eggs or dairy. For my vegan friends and those who are allergic to eggs, this is great for you! I made these on Sunday morning, and although hesitant at first, my husband tried them and loved<\/strong> them! (recipes below)<\/p>\n

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Although I do eat eggs (local, free-range, organic), I love to eat a variety of different foods, and I gotta say, these tasted pretty awesome. So, what’s the secret? Well, I’ve sort of mentioned it a few times previously, but have I told you about chia seeds?? These are becoming an *almost* obsession of mine recently, because I can’t believe how amazing these little seeds are. Not only are they a superfood rich in essential omega-3 fatty acids, fibres and a gentle detox, but they are unbelievable as an egg replacement. A whole food egg replacement, not like those fake egg substitutes that contain chemicals and that are anything but healthy. I go for real, whole food instead.<\/p>\n

Top 10 reasons to add chia seeds to your diet:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Combat Diabetes<\/strong>
\nChia is being studied as a potential natural treatment for type-2 diabetes<\/a> because of its ability to slow down digestion. The gelatinous coating chia seeds develops when exposed to liquids-can also prevent blood sugar spikes.<\/p>\n

Get More Fibre <\/strong>
\nJust a 28-gram or one-ounce serving of chia has 11 grams of dietary fibre \u2014 about a third of the recommended daily intake for adults.<\/a> Adding some chia to your diet is an easy way to make sure you’re getting a good amount of fibre, which is important for digestive health.<\/p>\n

Stock Up On Omega-3<\/strong>
\nChia seeds are packed with omega-3 fatty acids,<\/a> with nearly five grams in a one-ounce serving. These fats are important for brain health. “There’s better conversion of omega 3s into the plasma or into the food than with flax seed,” said researcher Wayne Coates.<\/p>\n

Stronger Teeth And Bones <\/strong>
\nA serving of chia seeds has 18 per cent of the recommended daily intake for calcium, which puts your well on your way to maintaining bone and oral health, and preventing osteoporosis.<\/p>\n

Don’t Forget Manganese <\/strong>
\nManganese isn’t a well-known nutrient, but it’s important for our health: it’s good for your bones and helps your body use other essential nutrients like biotin and thiamin. One serving of chia seeds, or 28 grams, has 30 per cent of your recommended intake of this mineral.<\/p>\n

Plenty Of Phosphorus<\/strong>
\nWith 27 per cent of your daily value for phosphorus, chia seeds also helps you maintain healthy bones and teeth. Phosphorus is also used by the body to synthesize protein for cell and tissue growth and repair.<\/a><\/p>\n

Pack In The Protein <\/strong>
\nChia seeds also make a great source of protein for vegetarians and don’t have any cholesterol. One 28-gram serving of these super seeds has 4.4 grams of protein, nearly 10 per cent of the daily value.<\/p>\n

Fight Belly Fat<\/strong>
\nChia’s stabilizing effect on blood sugar also fights insulin resistance which can be tied to an increase in belly fat,<\/a> according to Live Strong. This type of resistance can also be harmful for your overall health.<\/p>\n

Get Full. Faster<\/strong>
\nTryptophan, an amino acid found in turkey, is also found in chia seeds. While tryptophan is responsible for that strong urge to nap after a big Thanksgiving dinner for example, it also helps regulate appetite, sleep and improve mood.<\/p>\n

Improve Heart Health <\/strong>
\nAccording to the Cleveland Clinic, chia seeds have been shown to improve blood pressure in diabetics,<\/a> and may also increase healthy cholesterol while lowering total, LDL, and triglyceride cholesterol. All good news for your ticker!<\/p>\n

(source: www.huffingtonpost.ca\/2013\/06\/03\/chia-seed-benefits-_n_3379831.html)<\/p>\n

And now for the recipes! Healthy whole food egg replacement. Super easy.<\/p>\n

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