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Chia seeds can absorb up to 12 times their weight in liquid. Tiny hydration champions of the hipster world.

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Chia seeds form a gel-like coating when hydrated because of soluble fiber. They can absorb roughly 10–12× their weight, which is why they thicken puddings and smoothies.

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