Chia seeds water is a weight loss water where the chia seeds are soaked well in water to drink at any time of the day. It is healthy and easy water to make using chia which is easily available in every grocery store and has many health benefits by consuming this water.
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About the recipe
Chia seeds appear black and grey in colour and also contain small spots on the seeds. These have high nutritional value and a great diet tip to include during any meal of the day. It appears in the form of small oval-shaped seeds and is beneficial if soaked in water for few minutes.
They are grown to a plant named ‘Salvia Hispanica’ and are commonly available in every local store. It has high commercial value nowadays as many are aware of these seeds and also the advantages it has attached to it.
I like to soak chia seeds for at least 30 minutes to 2-3 hours for them to plump up well and then use in recipes or to make a drink to consume.
Chia seeds have many different uses and benefits as well as the best source of nutrients and minerals as well as also aids in weight loss.
It is a simple and easy process of soaking chia seeds in water with amazing texture and this drink keeps us hydrated and full if used properly.
This is a quick weight loss drink or one of the best detox water recipes that can be made quickly and as soon as under 30 minutes and used to enjoy its benefits.
Below are the ingredients required to soak chia seeds water and consumed by adding lemon and honey.
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Ingredients
Chia seeds: Using black color chia seeds that are small and oval in shape and increase or swell up if soaked for a while in the water.
Lemon: Adding lemon to weight loss drinks has additional value plus it improves the taste of the drink or water to which it is added.
Adding it by making it into slices or chop them into pieces or adding its extract gives flavor and taste.
Honey: It adds slightly sweet flavours to the not so flavorful drink.
Best time to drink chia seeds water for weight loss
Chia seeds are best if taken in the morning as it is easy to consume during morning meals and also gives the maximum benefits with morning usage.
Having any detox drink in the morning works best for the human body and the same goes with soaked chia seeds in water. The chia seeds have a good amount of protein and protein-rich diet aids well in losing weight.
Protein keeps the tummy full and does not increase appetite quickly and these seeds are also rich in fibre which helps the seeds to digest slowly and helps us eat often and gain weight.
The seeds enter the body and expand in the stomach. This happens because the seeds after soaking gain a lot of water and plump up which help in keeping the tummy full and not feel the hunger for a long time. Thus, avoids eating or looking for unhealthy foodstuff.
Just because it is rich in fibre, protein as well as help in proper digestion, it is a better option to consume during the mornings but it is not necessary to consume only during mornings and can be consumed any time of the day.
Chia seeds water benefits for weight loss
As already mentioned, they have high fibrous content and fibrous food always helps in better digestion as well as it is a rich source of protein content too.
Having a protein-rich diet rather than high carbohydrates diet is always a good and healthy option.
It is a low-calorie seed that can be used in many recipes and increase its health value.
It is known to control blood sugar levels and can improve heart health if taken in any form.
It can also support bone health with its consumption as well as it is high in anti-oxidants.
Antioxidants help the human body in cell repair and can help fight various diseases such as heart diseases and cancer.
It is a rich source of calcium along with phosphorus and magnesium and all these minerals aid in building bones in the body.
It keeps our body hydrated and also boosts energy levels during the day and during workouts by making a simple drink soaking chia seeds in water.
Not only the benefits but there are many more uses as well as recipes where they are used.
There are other simple weight loss drinks such as green juice weight loss recipe that works well and is quick to make.
Lemon water with chia seeds
Using lemon in chia seeds water has additional benefits as we all are aware of the benefits lemon give us.
It is high in vitamin c and can prevent various skin diseases and can keep the skin fresh and younger.
Lemon is used to make many kinds of detoxification drinks that are consumed to flush out toxins from the body.
Lemon is rich in antioxidants and can fight many bacterial infections and is also used to treat several ailments such as cold, flu etc…
Using it along with chia is an amazing way to reap the benefits of both the ingredients that have high nutritive value as both are rich in many vitamins, minerals and nutrients.
Recipes and uses of chia seeds
Chia seeds are used in many various recipes. They are not just soaked in water but added to many delicacies depending on the type of recipe made.
They are highly used in oatmeal recipes where the oatmeal is soaked overnight in milk or yoghurt by adding chia seeds and the soaked overnights oats are used as a morning breakfast.
I have already shared a healthy overnights oats recipe for weight loss using chia seeds and is a great source of protein and fat cutter recipe.
They are used to make puddings. The chia seeds are soaked in almond milk and any milk and allowed to appear gelly after allowing them to sit for a while and then consumed like pudding.
They are highly used in juices and smoothies and also useful to make protein balls along with other healthy protein ingredients.
They are used to make jams which can be used to apply to pieces of bread, sandwiches, cookies etc and eaten.
They are used while baking such as added to bars, muffins, bread and also used in various salad dressings.
They can be used directly in the form of seeds and do not require grinding into a powder whereas flax seeds can be done that way.
How to soak chia seeds in water
- Take a glass and pour water into a cup or glass.
- Add a teaspoon or two teaspoonfuls of chia seeds to the glass of water.
- Stir well and keep stirring for few minutes.
- They do not settle at the bottom and needs stirring properly for them to get mixed well.
- Let them sit in water for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour or 2 hours if not in a hurry.
- They need to be stirred in between soaking to help all the seeds plump up well.
- They absorb water and expand at least ten times their size after soaking.
- These soaked seeds chia water expand in their size and using chia seeds in soaked form is more beneficial than not in a soaked form.
- The flavor is mild and does not actually contain any taste to define. It’s just a plain drink.
- Now add some lemon extract to improve flavor and can taste good and help to drink easily.
- Also, add honey to make it sweeter and help to consume easily plus it also has its own benefits and adding honey lemon to chia water is more advisable than just using plain soaked water.
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When to drink?
Preferably, try to drink it early in the morning but not necessarily to have it in the morning but can be taken any time during the day as an energy drink or hydrating drink too.
Recipe
chia seeds water weight loss drink and benefits
A quick chia seeds soaked in water drink to consume in the morning.
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Ingredients
- 1 glass water
- 1.5 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon lemon extract
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
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Take a glass and pour water into a cup or glass.
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Add a teaspoon or two teaspoonfuls of chia seeds to the glass of water.
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Stir well and keep stirring for few minutes.
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They do not settle at the bottom and needs proper stirring for them to get mixed well.
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Let them sit in water for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour or 2 hours if not in a hurry.
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They need to be stirred in between soaking to help all the seeds plump up well.
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They absorb water and expand at least ten times their size after soaking.
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These soaked seeds chia water expand in their size and using chia seeds in soaked form is more beneficial than not in a soaked form.
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The flavor is mild and does not actually contain any taste to define. Its just a plain drink.
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Now add some lemon extract to improve flavor and can taste good and help to drink easily.
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Also, add honey to make to sweeter and help to consume easily.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
chia seeds water weight loss drink and benefits
Amount Per Serving
Calories 50
Calories from Fat 18
% Daily Value*
Fat 2g3%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Sodium 13mg1%
Potassium 28mg1%
Carbohydrates 8g3%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 3IU0%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 45mg5%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Faq’s
Yes, once they are soaked, they can be stored in a container that is airtight and store the drink in the refrigerator and consume when required. They can last up to few days if stored well in the fridge.
Yes, warm water in place of cold water too can be used to soak the seeds. Let the seeds soak for few minutes in warm water too before consuming.
Try not to use 1.5 to 2 teaspoons of chia seeds a day. Overconsumption too causes risks and side effects and can harm the body.
Just 30 minutes is enough but giving more time help in soaking the seeds expand well and increase their size more than 10 times by swelling well and try to soak them for more than 1 hour for better soaking and better water absorption.
Source: Yummy Indian Kitchen – Indian and International Recipes
