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Are chia seeds an opiate?
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Is a species of: Flowering plant in the mint family native of southern mexico and guatemala. It's grown commercially for its seed, rich in omega 3 fatty acids, fiber, and protein. No relation at all to opioids
Answered 10/9/2014
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No: Chia seeds do not have an opioid properties.
Answered 5/30/2019
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Omega 3's: They are similar to flax seeds and contain omega 3 fatty acids.
Answered 12/31/2013
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Oh my gosh - Chia: Seeds absolutely are not opiates! chia are seeds from salvia hispanca which grows in the desert. They can be a healthy snack as they contain omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, protein ; antioxidants. Chia have calcium, vitamin c, zinc, phosphorous, iron ; potassium.
Answered 3/30/2017
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NO: Not related to opiates at all.
Answered 7/28/2014
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