Last week, I received some organic chia seeds from Nutiva to try.  I had to really think hard to figure out what I was going to do with these seeds. I’m well aware of the health benefits to them. Revered by the early Aztec and Mayan cultures, chia seeds are a superfood packed with fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants. But alas, I have never tried them! My grandmother has them in smoothies, my mother touts of their goodness and my brother is an avid user as well. I set out to make a muffin. Not just any muffin though. If this was going to add a health benefit, then I wanted my muffin to have some health benefits as well!  I used fresh blueberries, 100% pomegranate juice and fresh lime zest. These are going to be yummy! Thank you Nutivia!

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