Chia seeds and flax seeds are both touted as nutritional superstars — but if you had to choose between them, here's which one is better for you. read more
Chia seeds also have lignans, but are not as rich a source as flax. Protein: Sprinkling these tiny seeds onto your food can up your protein intake. Chia and flax have about the same amount per ounce, at 4.4 grams and 5.1 grams respectively. read more
The primary reason I prefer flax seeds over chia seeds, though, is their lignan content, averaging about 15 times more than other seeds, including sesame and chia seeds—thought to explain the anticancer effects of flax seeds, for both prevention and survival. read more
The flaxseed and chia seed should be weight loss champions. Both are low carb and packed with protein and fiber. However, in the few weight loss studies done, both seeds have been anything but impressive. read more