Chia (Salvia hispanica)

Chia seeds are the edible seeds of Salvia hispanica, a flowering plant from the mint family (Lamiaceae). They are small, oval-shaped, and typically grey with black and white markings. Naturally hygroscopic, chia seeds can absorb up to 12 times their weight in liquid, forming a gel-like coating that gives beverages and foods a unique texture. They are widely recognized as a rich source of essential nutrients and are valued for their health-promoting properties.

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Chia seeds are the edible seeds of Salvia hispanica, a flowering plant from the mint family (Lamiaceae). They are small, oval-shaped, and typically grey with black and white markings. Naturally hygroscopic, chia seeds can absorb up to 12 times their weight in liquid, forming a gel-like coating that gives beverages and foods a unique texture. They are widely recognized as a rich source of essential nutrients and are valued for their health-promoting properties.

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