plural chia
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: an annual herb (Salvia hispanica) of the mint family that is native to Mexico and Guatemala, has spikes of blue, purple, or white flowers, and is grown for its grayish, edible, mucilaginous seeds which are eaten whole or used especially to make a beverage or oil
… to develop, test and grow new cultivars of chia that are able to produce seed in the cooler climate of the Upper South and Midwest, with the potential to increase production of this crop with a traceable domestic supply.—
Susan Smith-Durisek
Susan Smith-Durisek
also
: any of several related salvias (especially Salvia columbariae) of the southwestern U.S. and Mexico
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or chia seed
: the seed of a chia
When mixed with water, the fiber in chia forms a gel that lowers cholesterol and keeps blood sugar stable.—Jane E. Brody
Jane E. BrodyChia seeds are tiny and have a very mild taste, making them easy to add to all kinds of foods to boost nutrition.—Megan Murphy
Megan MurphyExamples of chia in a Sentence
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Why Chia Seeds Might Help with Weight Loss The biggest reason chia seeds are often linked to weight loss is their high fiber content.
—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 26 May 2025
From fiber-rich chia pudding to fish bites packed with omega-3s, these high-protein foods can fuel your muscles while also supporting a healthy gut.12
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—Merve Ceylan, Health, 21 May 2025
To replace one egg, whisk together 1 tablespoon of ground chia or flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water until fully absorbed and thickened.
—Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 7 Feb. 2025
Although more research is needed, chia seeds may help people with MASLD.
—Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 14 May 2025
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Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 26 May 2025
From fiber-rich chia pudding to fish bites packed with omega-3s, these high-protein foods can fuel your muscles while also supporting a healthy gut.12
1.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 21 May 2025
To replace one egg, whisk together 1 tablespoon of ground chia or flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water until fully absorbed and thickened.
—Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 7 Feb. 2025
Although more research is needed, chia seeds may help people with MASLD.
—Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 14 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for chia
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“Chia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chia. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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