7. Chia seeds
You may have heard of chia seeds only from those cheesy commercials that have been on TV for years featuring terracotta “pets” that use sprouted chia seeds as “fur.” Using chia seeds to decorate knickknacks clearly overlooks the health benefits that can be enjoyed by eating them. Just an ounce of chia seeds contains an incredible 11 grams of fiber and are also packed with essential nutrients like calcium, manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, and antioxidants. Chia seeds do not have a particularly strong flavor and are often used to add a little crunch to things like yogurt, oatmeal, cereal and you can even blend them into smoothies.