Chi-Chi-Chi Chia!
I think everyone is already fully aware of my obsession with the Chia seed (see October 8 post) but let’s face it, this is too good to only talk about once. Although they’re great to use in baking and smoothie recipes, the easiest way to get my fill is through Chia energy bars (chocolate flavored of course).
Greens+ makes an Omega 3 Chia Energy Bar which is my absolute favorite pre-run snack (usually eat 45 minutes before heading out). Omega 3 Chia fiber is said to slow the absorbtion of sugar into the bloodstream, binding it to toxins in the digestive system to eliminate as waste (sounds too good to be true…). Regardless of what kind of magic Greens+ claims to put into their bars, I have to admit that I log my best (read as fastest and strongest) runs after my daily fill. The Chia seed, absorbing ten times its weight in water, also helps to keep me well hydrated on longer runs. One note of warning – check your teeth after eating a bar - the seeds stick to EVERYTHING…and you never know who you’ll RUN into.
