This 2-minute chia seed pudding recipe is the easiest recipe you’ll ever make and is a great tool for anyone prone to constipation or looking to achieve a 3 or 4 on the bristol stool chart (link). I make this recipe almost every week to ensure I get plenty of soluble fibre daily to support digestive function and promote healthy bowel movements. This chia seed pudding is delicious in smoothies, yogurt bowls, with granola or on its own with some berries!
RECIPE – Makes several servings, enough for ~ 1 week.
〰️ 1 can of coconut milk
〰️ 1 can of water
〰️ 1/2 cup chia seeds
〰️ Optional: 1 tsp vanilla, 1-2 scoops of protein powder, 2 tsp cinnamon
Thicken overnight in the fridge.
💩 HOW IT WORKS 💩
↳ Chia seeds are a source of SOLUBLE fibre, which means they hold water (which is why they thicken when soaked overnight)
↳This holding capacity of soluble fibre helps to balance water in the colon (too much water = diarrhea, not enough water = constipation)
↳ This helps add bulk to stool and normalize bowel movements to promote complete evacuation!
(PS. While soluble fibre is an effective tool to prevent/manage constipation, its generally not an effective treatment for moderate to severe constipation. If you’re really backed up, adding soluble fiber won’t get things moving. You’ll need a motility agent for that.)
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