Anyone remember Chia pets? Chia seeds are what's known to us as seeds to grow the hair on your chia pet. What isn't known is the amazing nutritional value they have!

The chia seed is giving the flax seed a run for its money. 30% of the chia seed's oil is omega 3 oil and 40% is omega 6. These are essential to our daily nutritional needs. Unlike the flaxseed the chia seed does not need to be ground in order to digest it. When they are emmersed in liquid they get a gel like layer around the seed. They are able to absorb over 10 times their weight in water. They have 15 times more magnesium than broccoli, 6 times more calcium than whole milk, more fiber than flaxseed, and almost 3 times more iron than spinach!

They have virtually no taste at all so it is easy to add them to your daily diet. You can add them to your baked goods, cereals, yogurt, or add them to the liquid that you would use in your smoothies. It thickens the smoothie right up and gives it a great consistency. There are endless ways to use this super seed and feel the benefits.

For more information on chia seeds please visit healthmad.com and mychiaseeds.com.