Name: Hydrating and Soothing Chia Lemonade
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1-2 tbsp Lemon juice; 2-3 tsp Chia seeds, white ones preferrably; 1 tbsp Manuka honey, rice syrup or maple syrup ((optional)); 3 cups Filtered or sparkling water; Lemon slices as garnish ((optional)); Fresh herbs like mint, lemon balm or sweet basil ((optional)); Ice cubes ((optional))

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As the warmer months arrive with vigour and the need for more hydration increases, this chia lemonade is a great option to include in your summer drinks menu. The chia seeds act as a demulcent when added to water, which means they absorb water and become super hydrating and soothing to the body.

*Demulcents are a class of plants, herbs and seeds that are deeply soothing, moisturising and cooling to the body. This action stems from the plant’s polysaccharide-rich fibre content that when added to water turns into a thick viscous solution ¹. Therefore making the water super hydrating.

Demulcents also act as nourishment to the microbiome as prebiotic fibre, for good bacteria to feed off.

Some other demulcent herbs and plants include, psyllium husk, slippery elm bark, aloe vera, marshmallow root, Irish moss and manuka honey ¹.

Chia seeds are also an excellent source of fibre, protein and omega-3 fatty acids. They are little power houses of nutrition ¹.

So this recipe is not only delicious but also actually really good for you in more ways than one.

Here’s the recipe

Enjoy!

Hydrating and Soothing Chia Lemonade

Refreshing and nourishing drink for the warmer months

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Servings 2

Ingredients

1-2 tbsp Lemon juice
2-3 tsp Chia seeds, white ones preferrably
1 tbsp Manuka honey, rice syrup or maple syrup (optional)
3 cups Filtered or sparkling water
Lemon slices as garnish (optional)
Fresh herbs like mint, lemon balm or sweet basil (optional)
Ice cubes (optional)

Instructions

In a large jug or pitcher, add in lemon juice, chia seeds and sweetener of choice (if using), then pour in 3 cups of water.
Stir well with a long spoon or metal straw
Add sliced lemon and fresh herbs and stir again
Stir regularly for around 5-10minutes to allow the chia seeds to absorb some water before drinking.
Add ice cubes if desired.
Before serving stir really well, pour straight away into 2 large glasses, serve with a metal straw or spoon to enable stirring. The chia seeds tend to settle at the bottom.
Enjoy!

Notes

Note// make sure to stir well as chia seeds tend to settle at the bottom of the glass.

You could use lime instead of lemon if you prefer.

Reference

Siff, W 2023, ‘The Plant Medicine Protocol, Unlocking the Power of Plants for Optimal Health and Longevity’, Artisan, NY p 75, 311.

Disclaimer; The information provided in this blog post is for educational purposes only. Please seek advice from your medical practitioner to see if adding demulcent herbs to your diet would be beneficial. This information does not intend to treat, diagnose or influence any medical conditions or decisions.