According to a BBC list of the 100 most nutritious foods globally, two types of seeds rank impressively high
Chia seeds secure the fifth spot with a nutritional score of 85, closely followed by pumpkin seeds in sixth place.
Chia seeds are hailed as a superfood, and rightly so. They contain all nine essential amino acids
Additionally, they can assist with weight loss. Chia seeds absorb water (up to 10 times their weight)
While they may seem like a modern health trend, chia seeds were historically consumed by Aztec and Mayan warriors for sustained energy.
Their balanced mix of carbohydrates, protein, and fats makes them an ideal fuel source.
Pumpkin seeds are one of the richest plant-derived sources of iron and manganese.
They scored a nutritional score of 84 - just one point less than chia seeds.