You might recognize chia seeds as the tiny black specks that end up in smoothies, yogurts, or occasionally stuck between your teeth. They may not look like much, but inside, they’re doing a whole lot of good. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ 
April 25, 2025

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Today, we'll explore how chia seeds support heart and gut health, and what a new study reveals about the effectiveness of placebos in different psychiatric conditions.

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Chrisy Trudeau
Chrisy Trudeau
Managing Editor
Chia Seeds: Omega Powerhouse for Heart and Gut Health
Chia Seeds: Omega Powerhouse for Heart and Gut Health
You might recognize chia seeds as the tiny black specks that end up in smoothies, yogurts, or occasionally stuck between your teeth. They may not look like much, but inside, they’re doing a whole lot of good.
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Placebos Work for Some Psychiatric Conditions, but Not Others, Study Finds
Placebos Work for Some Psychiatric Conditions, but Not Others, Study Finds
New research shows depression and ADHD have lower placebo study dropout rates than schizophrenia and panic disorder.
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<i>Recipe Approved by Sheridan Genrich</i>
Recipe Approved by Sheridan Genrich
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Cauliflower Chicken 'Nachos'
Tender-crisp roasted cauliflower slices create a filling and healthier swap from the usual nacho chips. A harmony of spices and cheesy flavor oozes through the shredded chicken and vegetable mix, to make a hearty dinner.
How to Make It

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