Chia is a very nutritious, ancient seed that has been commonly used in Latin American countries for thousands of years.

A. Chia seeds are loaded with healthy benefits, which makes them considered a "superfood."

A one ounce (28 g) serving of chia seeds contain 9 percent of the recommended daily value for protein, 13 percent of oil and 42 percent of the recommended daily intake of dietary fiber.

Chia is a rich source of essential minerals including phosphorous and manganese as well as calcium and trace amounts of sodium and potassium, which all keep vital organs functioning properly.

Chia seeds also contain healthy antioxidants, including caffeic and chlorogenic acids, myricetin,quercetin, and kaempferol, which may prevent cellular damage.