Try this refreshing Chia Seed Water recipe for hydration and fiber! Learn how to make Chia Seed Water in this easy, healthy recipe.
Recently, Chia Seed Water has gone viral on TikTok after user @emo_swiftie_13 posted a video about how much she loves it (also love that username!). Her video has gotten over 11 million views, with TikTok doctors and health professionals stitching the video and weighing in on the benefits. I thought this would make the perfect time to share my own Chia Seed Water recipe!
My husband Jon is actually the one who got me into drinking water with chia seeds in it. Back in 2015, when my husband was just my best friend, I gifted him a vegan cookbook that had a recipe for Chia Lime Aloe Fresca in it. Made with water, aloe water, lime juice, and chia seeds, that recipe was an homage to agua fresca, a popular Mexican drink. Jon started drinking it every day, bringing it into work with him. Despite me being the cook of the family, this is one recipe I can trace back to him! :)
This Chia Seed Water recipe is a base template upon which you can create your own concoctions. It’s really just three simple ingredients – water, chia seeds, and a citrus of your choosing (and maple syrup, if you want to add it). In the recipe notes, I give you more options that you can experiment with. Hope you love this recipe!
For more chia recipes, try my Strawberry Chia Seed Jam or this Kale Apple Salad with Chia Seeds!
What are the Chia Seed Water benefits?
There are two main benefits to Chia Seed Water – hydration, and fiber. Chia seeds are an excellent source of fiber. According to Harvard Medical School, 1 ounce of chia seeds contains just under 10 grams of fiber. Fiber is a nutrient known for its ability to aid in gut health and increase satiety (meaning it keeps you feeling fuller for longer!).
What is Chia Seed Water good for?
Chia seed water can provide a serving of water for you, in addition to adding fiber to your diet via chia seeds. They also contain protein – just under 5 grams in a 1 ounce serving of chia seeds.
What do chia seeds do for the body?
We’ve established Chia Seed Water is a great source of fiber, but what type of fiber are chia seeds? They actually contain both soluble and insoluble fiber. Both types of fiber are important nutrients that contribute to gut health.
What is the difference between soluble and insoluble fiber?
When soluble fiber breaks down with water, it forms a gel that can help lower cholesterol levels and prevent constipation. Insoluble fiber, on the other hand, improves gut motility by adding bulk to stool and speeding its passage through your digestive tract.
Chia Seed Water
Ingredients
- 4 Cups Water
- 2 Tbsp Freshly-Squeezed Citrus Juice such as lemon, lime
- 2 Tbsp Chia Seeds
- 1 Tsp Maple Syrup optional
Instructions
- Add the water, citrus juice, chia seeds, and maple syrup to a jar. Stir well.
- For best results, cover jar and place in the fridge. Wait 15-20 minutes to allow the chia seeds to absorb water. Once done, stir again, and drink.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- For the citrus juice, I recommend using one sour citrus (like lemons or limes) plus one sweeter citrus (like oranges, clementines, tangelos) for the flavor. However, you can just use one type of citrus, or mix and match however you like!
- The measurements used in this recipe are ideal for a mason jar, which holds about 4 cups of liquid.
- You can drink the Chia Seed Water right away, but I highly recommend waiting for them to gel up for the best experience.
- Nutritional information is calculated without adding maple syrup.
Nutrition
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or nutrition professional. All of the information I’ve provided here was taken from reputable health information sources, and are provided below. Please consult your doctor before starting any new dietary plan.
Chia Seed Information Sources:
Chia seed benefits: What you need to know by Harvard Medical School
Should I be eating more fiber? by Harvard Medical School
What’s the Difference Between Soluble and Insoluble Fiber? by the Cleveland Clinic
Can Drinking Chia Water Help You Lose Weight? by the Cleveland Clinic
6 Potential Benefits of Chia Seeds in Water by Healthline
P.S.
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