Chia seeds are full of important nutrients. They are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, rich in antioxidants, and they provide fiber, iron, and calcium. Chia seeds have long been associated with a reduced risk of many adverse health conditions, including obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and overall mortality. Chia seeds contain nearly 5 grams of fiber per tablespoon, and their high levels of omega-3-fatty acids and alpha-linoleic acid.

Sprinkle them raw on cereal, yogurt, oatmeal, or smoothies.

Eat them cooked, or add them to baked goods like bread and muffins.

They can replace eggs for vegan baking by mixing 1 tablespoon of chia seeds with 3 tablespoons of water. Let them sit for a few minutes. Once a gel formed, the eggs-like chia seeds are ready to use.

Sprinkle them raw on cereal, yogurt, oatmeal, or smoothies.

Eat them cooked, or add them to baked goods like bread and muffins.

They can replace eggs for vegan baking by mixing 1 tablespoon of chia seeds with 3 tablespoons of water. Let them sit for a few minutes. Once a gel formed, the eggs-like chia seeds are ready to use.