Chia seeds may be a relative newcomer to the American diet, but they have been consumed since ancient times and were known to be part of the cuisine of both the Maya and the Aztec peoples. The seeds of the Salvia hispanica plant bring numerous health benefits with them and below are ten reasons why you should consider adding them to your diet today.

High in Nutrients

Pound for pound, chia seeds are incredibly rich in nutrients and will provide you with calcium, zinc, phosphorous, copper, manganese and other trace elements your body needs to function.

Low Calorie

Chia seeds, unlike some other kinds …read more