04/12/2025
You can tell if chia seeds are bad by looking for signs of spoilage like a rancid or bitter smell, visible mold, or unusual clumping. They should have a mild, nutty aroma and a normal, dry texture; if they have a sour or fishy odor, taste bitter, or stick together in clumps, they have likely gone bad and should be discarded. You can also test their freshness by soaking a small amount in water to see if they still develop a gel-like consistency