Description
A fiber-rich seed drink designed to support digestion, satiety, and hydration, especially for bariatric patients or anyone following a gut-health routine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseeds
- 1.5 to 2 cups water
- Optional: 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Optional: 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (ACV)
- Optional: 1 teaspoon psyllium husk (start small)
Instructions
- Combine chia seeds and ground flaxseeds in a jar or shaker bottle.
- Add 1.5 to 2 cups of water.
- Optional: Mix in lemon juice, ACV, or psyllium if desired.
- Stir or shake well until evenly mixed.
- Let soak for at least 30 minutes, or preferably overnight for best texture.
- Drink slowly on an empty stomach, ideally in the morning.
- Follow with 8-12 oz of water to stay hydrated.
- If new to fiber drinks, start with half the amount and build up gradually over 3-4 days.
Notes
Track how your body reacts digestion, appetite, and energy. Avoid if you have GI restrictions or are on a low-fiber diet. Always consult a healthcare provider if unsure.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Health
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg