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Get ready to chia-ebrate National Chia Day with some delicious and nutritious recipes featuring the superfood, plus discounts on your favorite chia products!
It's time to celebrate the tiny but mighty chia seed on National Chia Day, which falls on March 23! This superfood has been a staple in indigenous cultures for centuries and is now gaining popularity around the world for its numerous health benefits. Did you know that chia seeds were even used as currency in ancient civilizations? From smoothies to puddings, these versatile little seeds can be incorporated into any meal for an added boost of nutrition. So let's raise a spoonful and give thanks to this powerful plant-based food on its special day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>3500 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Chia Seeds in Ancient Cultures</div><div class='timeline-text'>Archaeological evidence shows that chia seeds were a dietary staple in Central and South America as far back as 3500 BC.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>900 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Aztecs Value Chia</div><div class='timeline-text'>By 900 BC, chia seeds had gained value as a key economic resource for the Aztec civilization in Mexico.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Research on Health Benefits</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1970s, scientific research highlighted the health benefits of chia seeds, sparking their reintroduction into the modern diet.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Chia in Pop Culture</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the early 2000s, chia seeds became popular in Western diets, often appearing in TV shows and movies as a health food trend.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First National Chia Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 2016, National Chia Day was established to celebrate the incredible nutritional benefits and ancient history of chia seeds.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake with chia seeds</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Chia seeds are a nutritious and delicious addition to baked goods. Try making chia seed muffins, bread, or cookies to celebrate National Chia Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a chia seed pudding bar</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Set up a DIY chia seed pudding bar with different toppings like fresh fruit, nuts, and honey. This is a fun and interactive way to celebrate National Chia Day with friends and family.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try a new chia seed recipe</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Challenge yourself to try a new chia seed recipe on National Chia Day. Whether it's chia seed energy balls, chia seed smoothies, or chia seed oatmeal, there are endless possibilities to incorporate these tiny seeds into your meals.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a chia seed-themed dinner party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and have a chia seed-themed dinner party! Serve dishes that feature chia seeds as a main ingredient, such as chia seed crusted chicken or chia seed quinoa salad.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make chia seed art</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and make chia seed art to celebrate National Chia Day. Use chia seeds to create fun designs or patterns on paper, or even use them as a medium for a painting or sculpture.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Chia seeds are incredibly nutritious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>These tiny seeds are packed with nutrients like fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and various minerals. Plus, they're low in calories and can easily be incorporated into a variety of dishes - making them an excellent addition to any diet.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They're versatile and easy to use</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>You can sprinkle chia seeds on top of your oatmeal or yogurt for added crunch and nutrition, blend them into smoothies, mix them into baked goods, or even make homemade chia seed pudding. The possibilities are endless!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They promote a healthier lifestyle</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Incorporating chia seeds into your diet can have numerous health benefits such as aiding digestion, supporting heart health, and promoting weight loss. With so many ways to incorporate them into meals and snacks, National Chia Day is the perfect time to start incorporating them into your daily routine for a healthier lifestyle.</p></div></div>
National Chia Day is celebrated on March 23 every year. In 2024 National Chia Day will occur on a Saturday.
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