FoodShed pounds with this 3-ingredient superdrink for summer

Shed pounds with this 3‑ingredient superdrink for summer

Chia seeds support weight loss.
Chia seeds support weight loss.
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13 April 2024 09:41

Do you want to showcase some skin this summer? Now's the perfect time to kickstart your diet and exercise regime. To speed up fat loss, whip up this simple drink made from just three ingredients, and watch as the weight begins to fall off.

Summer is three months away, marking the final opportunity to embark on a diet and exercise plan to shed those extra pounds. Weight loss doesn't have to be a daunting task. You can indulge in your favourite foods — provided you consume fewer calories than you burn.

Incorporating exercises will hasten fat loss and tone your body. You'll start seeing results in about a month. To maximise your summer physique, prepare this easy concoction, which serves as an excellent aid in accelerating weight loss. It consists of three easily accessible ingredients. Here's how to make it.

Mix the three ingredients together. Say goodbye to love handles

Chia seeds are an ultimate superfood. They curb hunger, are packed with essential nutrients and... expedite fat loss. Their benefits have been acknowledged for years, yet only in the past decade have they risen to superfood fame.

Chia seeds regularly provide your body with abundant fibre, antioxidants, and omega-3 fatty acids, enhancing the immune, nervous, and digestive systems. Yet, combining them with another miracle product—cinnamon, a flavorful spice and dietary supplement—boosts their benefits even further.

Cinnamon is renowned for its health advantages, including purifying, detoxifying, and antibacterial properties. Few know that just a smidgen of cinnamon in your meals can extend satiety and facilitate faster carbohydrate breakdown. Paired with chia seeds, it becomes a potent natural fat burner.

Chia seed drink — recipe

Ingredients:

  • a tablespoon of chia seeds,
  • a teaspoon of cinnamon,
  • optionally: a slice of lemon.

Preparation:

  1. Boil water and pour it into a mug. Allow it to cool to lukewarm.
  2. Add a tablespoon of chia seeds and wait 15 minutes for them to swell.
  3. Before drinking, stir in the cinnamon and a slice of lemon. For added sweetness, you might also add a teaspoon of honey, though this will increase the calorie content.
  4. Consume on an empty stomach immediately upon waking.

Tips:

  1. This beverage can also be prepared at night, but there are numerous health benefits to drinking lukewarm water.
  2. It's crucial to remember that activity and a nutritious diet are paramount. Without them, no supplement will be effective.
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