Chia Seeds

Chia seeds are often referred to as a superfood, which simply means they're relatively denser in nutrients compared to other foods. The small seeds hold the holy trinity of nutrition—fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids—which promote slow digestion and a subsequently steady stream of energy.

 

Chia seeds also contain key minerals like calcium and magnesium. They also contain all nine essential amino acids, which are the muscle-building protein building blocks our bodies need but don't produce naturally—we have to get them through our food.

 

Their most obvious characteristic is that they absorb a shocking amount of liquid—up to 10 times their dry weight—swelling into miniature tapioca-like balls.