DR.OZ

FROM

THE OPRAH SHOW!

* Dr. Oz Loves The  Seed! *

Dr. Oz from the Oprah show says:
The truth is, THE seeds are actually good for you -- we’re talking
really good for you! In fact, they just may be one of the
healthiest things around. Here’s why:
Nutty-tasting whole-grain  seeds are loaded with omega-3
fatty acids, and they have among the highest antioxidant activity
of any whole food -- even more than fresh blueberries. And they
do good stuff for the body, like keeping blood pressure and
blood sugar under control.  RealAge recommends
two daily doses of about 20 grams each (a total of 1.5 ounces).
(Excerpt from realage.com)

It (AIMES) is as chockfull of fiber as other whole grains, but it packs in even more vitamins. "Remember that broccoli I had before? [One of these muffins. Pumpkin seed muffin on recipe page.] has more magnesium than about 10 of those heads of broccoli, and it's got as much calcium in it as a couple cups of milk," Dr. Oz says. "It adds one other thing, too, by the way. It's very rich in the next big category, which are omega-3 fatty acids."
( Excert from oprah.com )

* Dr. Weil Loves The  Seed Too!*

Nutrition expert Dr. Weil says:
 These healthful, edible seeds are a better
source of omega-3 fatty acids than flaxseed (the fats protect
against inflammation and heart disease). Salvia hispanica,

{AIMES™ } seeds come from the desert plant Salvia hispanica, 

a member of the mint family that grows in southern Mexico.
In pre-Columbian times, The seeds were a component of the
Aztec and Mayan diets and the basic survival ration of Aztec
warriors; they even played a role in religious ceremonies.
Supposedly, 1 tablespoon of the seeds could sustain a person
for 24 hours.
The Aztecs also used the seed medicinally to relieve joint pain and
skin conditions. It was a major crop in central and southern
Mexico well into the 16th century, but it was banned after the
Spanish conquest because of its association with the Aztec
"pagan" religion. Over the past few decades, commercial
production has resumed in Latin America. And here is more
good news: Insects hate the  plant, so it's easy to find
organic seeds.
Unlike flaxseed, the seeds can be stored for long periods
without becoming rancid and don't require grinding (whole
flaxseed is tough to digest). the seed provides fiber (about 2
tablespoons--25 g--give you 7 g of fiber) as well as other
important nutrients, including calcium, phosphorus, magnesium,
manganese, copper, niacin, and zinc.
Very few formal studies have looked at the seed's benefits, although
I expect that more will soon. In a preliminary study from the
University of Toronto, researchers fed 21 diabetics either a
supplement made from the seed or grains with similar fiber content.
After 3 months, blood pressure in patients taking te seed dropped
(10 points diastolic, 5 points systolic) while the grain group's BP
remained steady.
I enjoy the seeds' nutlike flavor and consider them to be a
healthful and interesting addition to my diet. You can sprinkle
ground or whole  seeds on cereal, yogurt, or salads; eat a
handful of whole seeds as a snack; or grind them up and mix
with flour when making muffins or other baked goods.
Or make your own " fresca," a drink popular in Mexico and
Central America: Stir 2 teaspoons of the seeds into 8 to 10
ounces of water (you'll end up with a slightly gelatinous liquid).
Add lime or lemon juice and sugar to taste, and enjoy.
My prediction? You will begin to see this being added to more
and more commercial products, such as prepared baby foods,
nutrition bars, and baked goods.
(Excerpt from prevention.com)