When a friend of mine told me her husband was at the grocery store picking up some chia seeds, I did what anyone who watched television in the 1980s would do. I sang. "You mean, ch-ch-ch-chia?" The ...

Texas Children’s Hospital dietitian Kristi King says chia seeds in water are a nutritious addition to most diets.

Chia is amazingly hydrophilic. It can absorb several times its weight in water. “Ch-ch-ch-chia!” Do you remember this little jingle from the Chia Pet commercials? I’ve never owned a Chia Pet, but I‘ve ...

Jamuna Ramnath In recent years, edible seeds have quietly shifted from traditional kitchens to modern health plates, often marketed as “superfoods” packed with nutrition. Seeds such as flax, chia, ...

Key Takeaways Psyllium husk is almost entirely soluble fiber, which may soften stool and help with bowel regularity.Chia seeds provide both soluble and insoluble fiber, plus protein, omega-3 fats, and ...

Sunflower, pumpkin and sesame seeds have been popular picks for decades, but now, chia and flax seeds are gaining the most traction in the food world. They’re both healthy in their own rights and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Is your favorite chia seed pudding making your medications more or less effective? Here’s what you need to know. That’s because ...

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Chia seed water is a drink that contains water, soaked chia seed, and sometimes other ingredients, such as lemon juice. Some people claim it has health benefits. Chia seed are a good source of fiber, ...

Both hemp seeds and chia seeds have a mild, nutty taste and are rich in a variety of nutrients, including heart-healthy fats, protein, iron, and niacin. However, there are also differences between ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. best edible seeds gathered from sunflower seed heads at harvest time (Emilio Ereza / Alamy) Growing the best edible seeds involves ...