Chia seeds are ideal for those who want to control their weight. The reason for this is that these tiny grains expand in the stomach when consumed and provide a long-lasting feeling of fullness. This prevents the urge to eat unhealthy snacks. Chia seeds also contain plenty of antioxidants, iron and calcium. Lemons offer a pleasant citrus taste and boost the production of serotonin and norepinephrine due to their high vitamin C content. The latter is important so that the body can activate its fat burning mechanism.
How to make an even more effective weight loss drink than combining the two healthiest foods? Here you will find instructions on how you can easily prepare the invigorating chia water with lemon at home.
Ingredients :
- 1 TL Chia-Samen
- 250 ml water
- 1/2 lemon
- Ice cubes
- fresh mint
- optional: some low-calorie sweetener, e.g. stevia or xylitol
Preparation:
At the beginning the chia seeds should be allowed to swell. Pour about 150 ml of water into a glass and let the chia seeds steep for at least thirty minutes. Pro Tip: If you want, you can do this process the night before and save the prepared chia water for the next morning.
Then squeeze the lemon juice into the jar with the enlarged chia seeds. If you want, you can add some sweetness (e.g. with stevia or xylitol) and some ice cubes.
Mix the water with the ingredients and enjoy with a sprig of fresh mint.
It is recommended to consume up to three glasses of the weight loss drink daily, which provides the necessary 15g (3 teaspoons) of chia seeds.