Delicious Ways to Add Chia Seeds to Your Diet

Did you know chia seeds were a dietary staple for the ancient Aztecs and Mayans who consumed chia seeds as an energy boost?

In fact, the word “chia” means “strength” in the Mayan language. Here are delicious ways to add these small but mighty seeds to your diet.

Whip up some chia pudding. Simply mix chia seeds with your favorite milk, add a touch of sweetener, and let the mixture sit in the refrigerator overnight.

Give your smoothie a boost. Add a tablespoon of chia seeds to add a nutritional punch to your favorite smoothie recipe.

Sip a chia beverage. Stir chia seeds into water, lemonade, or fruit juice and let the mixture sit for a few minutes to make a refreshing drink.

Give baked goods a boost. Stir a few chia seeds into a batch of muffins or sprinkle a few chia seeds on top of quick bread before baking.

Use chia seeds in lieu of eggs. Add water to chia seeds to create an egg replacement for baked goods.

Plump up jam. Use chia seeds to create jelly-like spread without pectin or added sugars.

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