Instant pudding anyone?

Well, I've seen a lot of posts of this pepper-coloured seed, but I've never actually tried it. I remember growing up seeing commercials regarding chia pets...Ch-Ch-Chia! Its real name is Salvia Hispanica, yet we know it as chia. Proponents swear by the small seeds, claiming they have more omega-3 fatty acids than salmon, huge amounts of antioxidants and are excellent sources of protein and fibre. Claims also say chia seeds can help you lose weight, improve heart health and reduce inflammation.

Im just looking for

healthy food alternatives, so if even one of these claims is true....then its a bonus for my body.

Of course I'm a pinterest lover so I found this recipe for chia pudding there. Looks pretty easy, so here it goes:

          1/3 cup chia seeds

          1 1/21/2 cups almond or coconut

                    milk

           2 tbsps honey/maple syrup

          1/2 tsp vanilla

           Place all the ingredients in a mason jar and shake. Put in refrigerator for 1 hour then shake again. Leave for 4 more hours or even better...overnight.

Top with fresh fruit or toasted nuts for a wonderful refreshing omega-3 treat.

Im not a tapioca or rice pudding lover by any means. So lets see if this will become  part of my weekly food list. But I will add to my smoothies and oatmeal.