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Chia seeds. Let’s talk about my obsession. It’s real. I’m obsessed. I sprinkle that seed on everything.
So what are these little chia seeds I speak of? They’re the same little seeds that made your tweety chia pet grow big and strong back in 1995. Now we decided if they can make a random creature grow big and strong, they can do the same to us! Chia seeds are super rich in antioxidants and full of fiber, magnesium, zinc, iron and calcium. Do you see all that health?!
According to the USDA National Nutrient Database, one ounce of chia seeds (approximately 28 grams) contains 138 calories, 8 grams of fat, 12 grams of carbohydrate, 10 grams of fiber and 5 grams of protein!
When chia seeds are soaked in a liquid, they develop a jelly-like bubble texture. This extra added substance makes for a more filling drink that’ll leave you less hungry later on!
My recommendation—start with this incredible recipe here, it’s absolutely perfect for cooling you down as the warmer weather starts to roll on in!
Chia Seed Strawberry Lemonade
Ingredients:
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1 cup of strawberries (stems cut off)
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Juice of 1 large lemon (or the juice of 2 small limes if you want to make it limeade)
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3 tablespoons chia seeds
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16 ounces of water
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1-2 Tablespoons of honey
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