Science Suggests That These Tiny Seeds Can Have A Surprisingly Big Effect On The Body

20. They’re organic

Chia seeds originate from the Central American mint plant Salvia hispanica or Salvia columbariae from Mexico and the American southwest. The seeds themselves come in several mottled colors, including black, white, brown and gray. What’s more, for the most part chia farmers process the seeds naturally, which is great for the environment.