Can you have these hot or cold?

Either way works. When it’s colder I like to just melt one cube in some boiling water. The cube will melt and cool the water enough to make it comfortable to drink. To enjoy cold, just add a cube to a cup of water or water bottle and it will diffuse over time as it melts.

Is it okay to eat chia seeds everyday?

Yes! Consume the amount you feel comfortable consuming. If trying for the first time, start with 1 teaspoon, about the same amount used in one of these chia ice cubes. You can then start slowly incorporating more as desired or spread out additional teaspoons throughout the day. Generally, aiming to consume 1 tablespoon of chia seeds a day (does not have to be all at once) is a great way to get in an adequate amount of omega-3s.

Can you consume too many chia seeds?

You can eat too much of any food, including chia seeds. While chia seeds have a lot of benefit like fiber, too much fiber at once can lead to constipation. This is especially true if you are just starting to incorporate more fiber-rich foods. Definitely give your body time to adjust to the amount before adding more in.

What are the health benefits of chia seeds?

Chia seeds are rich in omega-3s and fiber. Omega-3s are important essential fats that help support the function of the cells in our body, but also may be associated with reduced inflammation and heart disease risk. The fiber in chia seeds is primarily soluble fiber, which can help support a healthy gut and may also lower LDL cholesterol. These components along with the other antioxidants in chia seeds make them a great option to incorporate into meals you love.

Hibiscus Chia Seed Ice Cubes

Description

These Hibiscus Chia Seed Ice Cubes are a fun and flavorful way to get in some extra fiber and omega-3s. Easy to make and prep ahead of time.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups of water
2 hibiscus tea bags or 2 tbsp of dry hibiscus flowers
6 tsp chia seeds
6 tsp maple syrup or more to preference
12 tsp lemon juice
Sliced lemon as desired

Instructions

Boil the water on the stove top or in a tea kettle. Place the tea bags in a pitcher or place the hibiscus flowers in a tea infuser then pour the boiling water over them and brew for 4-5 minutes and allow to cool.
To a large ice cube tray (6-2 inch square ice cube tray) add 1 tsp of chia seeds, 1 tsp maple syrup, 2 tsp lemon juice, and a thin slice of lemon to each cube in the tray.
Pour the tea evenly into each cube in the tray and add additional water if needed to fill the cubes to the top.
Place the ice cube tray in the freezer to freeze completely. When ready to enjoy, take 1-2 cubes and place in a mug and pour boiling water over it to thaw the cube or place in a water bottle to keep your water cold. Stir well and enjoy.

Notes

Stick to 1-2 cubes. While fiber is great, if you overload with too much fiber, you might feel constipated, so stick to the amount your gut can tolerate.

Adjust the flavorings to your liking. Add more or less lemon juice or sweetener based on your own personal preference.

Not a fan of lemon, try other juices. You can make this with orange juice or cranberry juice to help further sweeten if you don’t like the tartness of lemon.

The chia seeds will sink to the bottom. This is normal. You can always give the water a shake or stir as you enjoy it.

Whenever consuming more fiber, make sure to stay properly hydrated. Proper hydration will help with avoiding issues like constipation.

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