Earlier this week, we looked at the benefits of flaxseed. Today we’re talking about another seed: chia. Yes, the same seeds that you used to grow green sprouts on your Chia Pet back in the day. Before they were used to decorate terracotta, chia seeds were treasured by the Mayans and Aztecs as a source of energy and strength. Chia is actually an ancient Mayan word that means “strength”! These seeds are currently enjoying a surge in popularity, so let’s see what they have to offer you:
SOURCES https://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/nut-and-seed-products/3061/2 https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/food-features/chia-seeds/ https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-proven-health-benefits-of-chia-seeds
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