Chia Pudding: an easy, digestive-friendly and satisfying breakfast

🥣 Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 1 cup plant-based milk (almond, coconut, gluten-free oat, etc.)
• Fruit of choice (blueberries, raspberries, banana, etc.)

Optional: cinnamon, raw cacao, vanilla or a touch of stevia

👩‍🍳 Preparation (with the key trick)

1. Mix the chia seeds with the plant-based milk.
2. Stir well and let it sit for 5 minutes.
3. Stir again (this step is key).
4. Refrigerate overnight.

👉 Important tip: stirring twice allows the chia to properly form its mucilage (that gel-like texture), so your pudding turns out creamy instead of clumpy.

In the morning, add your favorite fruit and toppings.

🌿 Why is it so good for digestion?

Chia seeds are rich in soluble fiber, which forms a gel (mucilage) when hydrated. This has several benefits:

• Supports regular bowel movements
• Provides satiety without heaviness
• Helps regulate blood sugar spikes
• Supports gut microbiota

💡 Ways to customize your pudding

To keep it interesting and adapt it to your needs:

• With berries → antioxidant support
• With raw cacao → more filling
• With cinnamon → digestive support
• With shredded coconut → extra texture and flavor

🚽 Constipation support

If your goal is to improve bowel movements, you can enhance this pudding with a few simple additions:

👉 Add:

• 1 teaspoon ground flaxseeds
• 1 kiwi or a few prunes
• A handful of blueberries
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (yes, it works really well)

👉 And one key tip:

• Stay well hydrated throughout the day (essential for fiber to work properly)

🌙 Practical tip

Prepare it at night. This not only saves you time in the morning, but also ensures the chia fully hydrates and reaches the perfect texture.