What is a traditional way to prepare chia seeds?

Assuming you're wondering about the traditional way to prepare Chia seeds to grow on a Chia pet or other ornamental object such as a clay Obama head: Glue them to the clay Obama head, set it in a pie plate with 1/2″ of water, and place it near a window. read more

Assuming you’re wondering about the traditional way to prepare Chia seeds to grow on a Chia pet or other ornamental object such as a clay Obama head: Glue them to the clay Obama head, set it in a pie plate with 1/2″ of water, and place it near a window. read more

Make your own jam the easy way with chia. The seeds' binding power means you won't need pectin—just a bit of sweetener (how much depends on the fruit). For blueberry jam, for example, add a few tablespoons of maple syrup or honey and 1/4 cup chia seeds to a few cups of berries and cook, stirring, over medium-low heat until it thickens. read more

You can find chia at any Whole Foods Market, health food stores, and well-stocked supermarkets like Kroger. Some of the more widely available chia seed brands include The Chia Co., Nutiva, and Bob's Red Mill. All chia seeds are naturally vegan and gluten-free, but check the packaging if you want to buy seeds that are certified organic and non-GMO. read more