You may be familiar with the chia fresca drink or "agua de chia". The chia seed is the ultimate superfood–it has been around for ages and was popular among the Aztecs. This seed is perfect to get in your daily omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, calcium, protein, and so many more vitamins and minerals. The issue with it is that most people purchase it and then don't know how to use them.
That's when I recommend trying a delicious chia fresca to quench your thirst and nourish your body.
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I love chia seeds. You can toss them in smoothies, oatmeal, juice, most meals and are all around versatile. It wasn't until recently that I decided to experiment with naturally flavored water and the combination of chia seeds. Little did I know that I'd made a chia fresca! I also learned that the best of the best athletes drink this beverage because it gives them tons of energy.
What you need to know about the chia fresca is that when you toss the chia seeds into your drink, you must make sure that you let them soak for about 10 to 15 minutes for it to get gel-like. The gel is what makes it an excellent source of soluble fiber, slows down the change of carbs into sugars, keeps you full–and that's all perfect for battling cravings and losing weight. Traditionally, this drink is mixed with lime juice, honey, and water, but I came up with my own chia fresca recipe:
Cucumber, lemon, ginger chia fresca
12 oz glass of water
1/2 a cucumber
1/2 a lemon
2 inch piece of ginger
Honey (optional)
Preparation: Blend all ingredients together. You can add honey, your favorite tea flavor, fruits, veggies and sweetener to your taste. Let the drink sit for about 15 minutes until gel-like and then ENJOY!
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