Almost all of us have heard of "chia" because of the catchy infomercial of the beloved growing Chia Pet . But did you know that the chia seed is a power food packed with lavish amounts of heart-healthy omega-3 and omega-6 fats, (great for the heart, for lowering blood pressure, and reducing inflammation among other things). It also has twice the amount of protein than any other seed or grain (having all 9 essential amino acids), has 5 times the amount of calcium than milk, and is chock full of fiber (making it excellent for weight loss, diabetics, and improving digestion). It also has more antioxidants and nutrients than the flax seed does and has a neutral taste. The abundant amount of soluble fiber forms a gel which slows down digestion, helping decrease the blood sugar levels (great for diabetics). The best way to eat chia seeds is to first hydrate them into a gel. Otherwise, they can be a quite dehydrating (as they can soak up to 9 times its volume in water.) Mix 1 part