# Health Coach Tip - Chia Seeds

**Author:** Dawn Brighid  
**Published:** 2020-08-19  
**Category:** Health Coach Tips

Chia seeds are little nutritional powerhouses that people either love or hate... or know nothing about them!

Chia seeds are little nutritional powerhouses that people either love or hate... or know nothing about. They really are the sprouting grass hair on Chia Pets (and it looks like that company is still thriving with new zombie, emoji, and Star Wars versions). Soaked in water they become very gelatinous, like a pudding. That allows them to stick to your Chia Pet. When kept wet, they sprout into an amazing head of hair. Besides being fun to play with, they are actually edible and good for you.Nutrients in Chia SeedsOmega 3 Fatty Acids - specifially linoleic and alpha-linolenicLots of fiberHigh in proteinAmple antioxidant contentA decent percent of your RDA of calcium, manganese, magnesium, phosphorusEven some zinc, niacin, potassium, vitamin B1 & B2Great... now you know they are a good addition to your diet, but what do you do with these crazy little things?Easy Chia Seed RecipesChia Seed Morning ElixirChia Seed PuddingChia Seed Protein SmoothieChia Seed CrackersChia Seeds Sprinkled on a Salad (Ground or Whole)Chia Seed Sprouts (but not directly from your Chia Pet, look for organic seeds)

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