Sometimes really big things come in teeny-tiny packages. Like the MIGHTY CHIA SEED. These minute seeds are packed with nutritional goodness and have a hugely positive effect on the body.
Chia Seeds, originally grown in Mexico, were so valued for their medicinal properties they were used as currency. Aztec warriors ate chia seeds to give them high energy and endurance.
Two tablespoons of Chia seeds have 64% more potassium than bananas, two times the antioxidants of blueberries, 100% more omega-3s than salmon, 41% of daily fiber, 32% of daily magnesium and 20% of daily protein needs.
Feel like a wellness warrior armed with energy and endurance! Add chia seeds straight out of the bag to fruits, yogurt or oatmeal. Or, if you have time, soak them first – they’ll sprout and be easier to digest. Stir them in water for about 30 minutes before you add them to your food. But don't forgo these super foods if time is an issue. Add them to your breakfast bowl, a smoothie, and morning melon. Or blender-up a bit of Chia Pudding for a super treat!