Adding Flax Seed vs. Chia to Your Recipes | Vitamix
Flax is an excellent source of bonebuilding magnesium. To reap the most nutritional benefits, you''ll need to grind flaxseed in your Vitamix machine before you use it. Chia, on the other hand, offers the same benefits whether you use ground or whole seeds. How to Use the Seeds. Usually you can use either flax or chia in your food preparation.