How to Use chia in a Sentence

chia

noun
  • Transfer the pureed mixture to a bowl and stir in the chia seeds.
    Paul Stephen, ExpressNews.com, 1 Apr. 2020
  • Whole chia seeds are still easy for the body to digest.
    Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 21 Apr. 2023
  • Remove from the heat, stir in the chia seeds, and allow the mixture to cool.
    Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2019
  • Sweet chia seed pudding with a green tea drink at Yoko Matcha.
    Linda Bladholm, miamiherald, 9 Jan. 2018
  • When mixed with water, the chia seeds form a gel-like mixture.
    Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 7 Aug. 2024
  • Roberts perused the menu and ordered a bowl of oatmeal, berries and chia seeds.
    Andy McCullough, latimes.com, 8 July 2019
  • Combine chia seeds and ½ cup coconut milk in a small bowl.
    Claire Saffitz, Bon Appetit, 19 Mar. 2018
  • Add chia seeds to the top for an extra boost of nutrition.
    Macaela MacKenzie, Glamour, 18 Jan. 2023
  • Buy chia seeds from the bulk section for the best price, or order online.
    Nicole Sours Larson, sandiegouniontribune.com, 23 Apr. 2018
  • Chia seeds Berman says chia seeds can add a little zest and crunch when added to a salad.
    NBC News, 12 Apr. 2018
  • Combine oats, milk, lemon juice, chia seeds and cardamom in a glass jar or bowl.
    Milwaukee, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 8 Jan. 2018
  • Think Brain Dust and a spoonful of chia in your morning smoothie to get your Omega 3s.
    Ruby Warrington, Bon Appetit, 8 June 2017
  • Flax, pumpkin, sesame, sunflower, chia, hemp: The list of great-for-you seeds goes on.
    Jaclyn London, Ms, Rd, Cdn, Good Housekeeping, 16 May 2019
  • Add the chia seeds and mix on medium speed until combined.
    Nik Sharma, SFChronicle.com, 22 Nov. 2019
  • Sprinkle with bee pollen, chia seeds and coconut shreds.
    Madison Roberts, PEOPLE.com, 30 Apr. 2018
  • That means cheese, everything but the kitchen sink-style omelets and chia seed pudding for the toddler.
    Carlie Kollath Wells, Axios, 11 Sep. 2024
  • Muffins on the counter or in the freezer, chia pudding in the fridge and protein waffles in the freezer are healthy options to reach for.
    Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Apr. 2025
  • Minute’s Multi-Grain Medley has quinoa, flaxseed and chia mixed in, with 8 grams of fiber per serving.
    Tamar Haspel, Washington Post, 9 Sep. 2019
  • Goop gives many of these Soul-Cycling, chia-chomping young people a place to ramp their zen to the next level.
    Olga Khazan, The Atlantic, 12 Sep. 2017
  • The quick and easy, yet delicious, coconut chia pudding was a hit as dessert.
    Nicole Sours Larson, sandiegouniontribune.com, 23 Apr. 2018
  • Choose from oat and chia bowls, smoothies, soups, bites, harvest bowls and flatbreads.
    Perri Ormont Blumberg, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2020
  • Place the chia seeds in a mason jar (or other glass container with screw-on lid).
    Brianna Steinhilber, NBC News, 2 Jan. 2020
  • They are not meant to be consumed, even if the chia pets, technically, ate.
    Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 25 Nov. 2023
  • Instead, the fatty acids must be obtained from foods such as salmon, herring, mackerel, sardines, walnuts, chia seeds and flaxseeds.
    Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 18 June 2026
  • Like many other seeds, chia seeds are low in carbs and make a great snack.
    Ashley Olivine, Verywell Health, 18 June 2026
  • Layering your chia pudding with protein, fiber, and fat supports an even blood sugar response and can keep you satisfied for even longer.
    Caitlin Beale, Health, 18 June 2026
  • Nuts and seeds such as walnuts, flax seeds, and chia seeds are rich sources of these ALAs.
    Kathleen Felton, Time, 9 June 2026
  • To assemble, divide the chia pudding among the jars or glasses.
    Laura McLively, Mercury News, 8 June 2026
  • Chia pudding with mango works well because chia seeds thicken overnight in almond milk and can be topped with diced mango and granola in the morning.
    Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 8 June 2026
  • Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of chia or ground flax seeds to your smoothie or yogurt bowl.
    Alexandra Frost, USA Today, 7 June 2026

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