4 Incredible Health Benefits of Chia Seeds

Hear the word chia and think chia pet? Until the last few years, you probably never thought of chia seeds as edible (if you had even heard of them at all). Besides sprouting little green afros on collectible clay figurines, these little seeds are a veritable superfood, which is why you’ve probably seen them popping up at smoothie and salad bars lately.

In this video, learn four key health benefits of chia seeds (and why you should consider adding them to your diet).

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Lauren Smith, MA

Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.

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Mandy Armitage, MD, has combined clinical medicine with her passion for education and content development for many years. She served as medical director for the health technology companies HealthLoop (now Get Well) and Doximity.

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