You have probably heard of the nervous system, the endocrine system, and even the respiratory system – but have you ever heard of the endocannabinoid system? Your body has an endocannabinoid system that helps you regulate critical bodily functions such as inflammatory and immune responses, emotional processing, memory, sleeping, and eating. Our bodies make cannabinoids on their own, but there are foods we can eat to help our endocannabinoid system function flawlessly.

Chocolate, chia seeds, and cinnamon are just a few of the foods that help fuel our endocannabinoid system. Let’s combine these ingredients for a simple overnight meal that your body will love.

The Wellness Benefits and High Fiber

People who eat well enjoy the health benefits of nutritional foods like Chia.  It is a superfood that is packed full of fiber.  Some studies also suggest that Chia seeds can help reduce cholesterol levels and improve healthy digestion.  A diet that is high in fiber also provides cardiovascular (heart health) benefits.  Getting the right amount of fiber every day (25-30 grams per day from food sources) may also help reduce the risk of developing heart disease.

Chia seeds are very high in omega-3 fatty acids.  In fact, they provide the equivalent amount of omega-3 as ground flax seed.  Consuming a diet that is high in fiber can also help reduce inflammation in the body.  High-fiber foods are lower on the glycemic index, which means they do not create spikes in blood sugar as other carbohydrates do.  That makes Chia seeds ideal for people who have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes.

Eating Chia seeds on a regular basis may also help with weight loss.  Because fiber is very filling, it can help curb the desire to snack because you feel full. They are economical to buy, and you can also find Chia products like kombucha, granola, and pudding in your local grocery or health food store.

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CBD-Infused Chia Pudding Recipe

You Will Need:

• 1 cup of your favorite milk
• 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder
• ½ teaspoon of cinnamon powder
• ¼ cup of chia seeds
• A pinch of salt
• 1 serving of CBD oil (tincture)
• A dash of cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Mix 1 cup of milk with ¼ cup of chia seeds.
2. Stir well, cover, and let it sit in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours.
3. Once your chia seeds have started to thicken up, add your tablespoon of cocoa powder.
4. Stir well.
5. Add ½ teaspoon of cinnamon powder.
6. Stir well.
7. Add a pinch of salt.
8. Add your desired serving of CBD oil.

Stir well and cover. Let your chia seed CBD pudding sit overnight in the fridge. In the morning, remove the cover, stir well, and enjoy!