“Dried chia seeds.” As recognized by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics offers tips on simply enhancing fiber intake in your everyday diet.
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Referencing the USDA FoodData Central, the focus is on dried chia seeds.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention presents facts about heart disease.
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics inquires, “What are chia seeds?”
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Oregon State University discusses “Essential Fatty Acids and Skin Health.”
