Sprinkle on Some Chia Seeds

Quick Win

Versatile chia seeds provide fiber, heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and calcium.

Try This Today

• Purchase chia seeds from your grocery store. They’re usually in the baking aisle or near the oatmeal. (And yes, these are the same seeds used to make Chia Pets!)
• Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of chia onto your meal. Chia makes an excellent addition to breakfast cereals, salads, stir-fries and more.
• Crunchy at first, chia seeds will start to absorb liquid and develop a gel-like texture. Try using them as a thickening agent for puddings, jams and smoothies.

Why

Chia seeds are packed with fiber, protein, heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, calcium and magnesium. Thanks to their nutritional profile, chia seeds could help reduce blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol while fighting inflammation and easing constipation, according to a review of research published in Food Science & Nutrition in 2022.