Their name may still call to mind a certain commercial jingle, but
those chia seeds) are currently experiencing a reputation turnaround that has nothing to do with as-seen-on-TV sprouted ‘pets’. They may be tiny, but the little seeds pack a ton of nutrients into a small package, and their unique texture has inspired everyone from bloggers to chefs to come up with fun recipes to work them into your daily routine.
In addition to their status as a complete protein, chia seeds also contain calcium, manganese, and Omega-3 fatty acids, all of which your body will appreciate. With a healthy dose of fibre in each serving to boot, adding some chia seeds to your meal, or building a dish around them, will keep you feeling full long after you’ve put down your utensils. And, thanks to their rise to foodie fame via sites like Pinterest and nutritionists’ approval, you can find them in most grocery and health food stores, both whole and ground (both offer the same nutritional value).