Key Takeaways

Regularly consuming at least one tablespoon of chia seeds per day lowered blood pressure in studies.

Chia's fiber, calcium, unsaturated fats, and plant-based protein likely contribute to its blood pressure benefits.

Reap the blood pressure-lowering benefits of chia seeds by adding them to smoothies, soups, jams, or stews, or by sprinkling them on salads, bowls, cereal, and yogurt.

More than 45% of American adults have high blood pressure (hypertension). Chia seeds help lower blood pressure and offer additional health and nutritional benefits.

Do Chia Seeds Lower Blood Pressure?

Yes, chia seeds may lower systolic (top number) and diastolic (bottom number) blood pressure.

Evidence shows that regularly consuming chia seeds lowered diastolic blood pressure (DBP) by

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