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SEVEN SUPER seeds

Whether you're making a chia-infused pudding, a spicy stir-fry or a freshly baked loaf, here are some of the healthiest seeds on offer and some handy ways to incorporate them into your cooking, boosting your health while you're at it.

Chia

The holy grail when it conies to seeds, this “superfood” has a mild taste but packs a punch when it comes to nutritional benefits. Chia seeds are a great source of plant-based protein and are high in fibre, healthy fats, essential amino acids as well as calcium, magnesium, iron, zinc and folic acid, just to name a few. This makes them particularly beneficial for digestive, bone, heart and brain health.

Chia seeds are also extremely versatile in cooking because they have

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