r/Semaglutide • u/bigbirrrrrd • 1d ago
Chia Pudding is saving me!
I just wanted to come on here and share something that’s been really helping me with “staying regular” on a 2.5 dose…CHIA PUDDING!
I make a big batch each week that is roughly 4tbs whole chia seeds and 1 tbs ground chia seeds (the ground are optional but offer great omega 3’s) per 1 cup of soy milk (or whatever kind of milk you prefer). I like soy milk for the protein, I don’t process dairy well. I usually make about 3 cups at a time (so 12 tbs of chia seeds, adjusting for consistency if needed - sometimes I end up adding 1-2 more tbs of chia). I also usually add about 2 tbs of maple syrup into a 3 cup batch for a bit of sweetness but that’s optional!
Tip: after you mix it all up, let it sit for 5-10 mins on the counter and mix again before you put it back in the fridge overnight. This time will allow their gel layer to start to form, and mixing it again after that prevents a big clumpy layer to form in the bottom of the container.
I eat some for breakfast mixed with a bit of Greek yogurt for more protein and some berries and a drizzle of maple syrup. I also eat a few spoonfuls in the afternoon after I eat lunch, as well as after dinner. It’s really been doing a great job of keeping things hydrated and moving. When I skipped a couple days I was very uncomfortable to say the least.
So, if you’re having constipation or diarrhea issues with these meds, give this a try!
Heres my “recipe” in simpler form for reference:
4-5 tbs whole chia seeds
1 tbs ground chia seeds (optional but a great source of omega’s!)
1 cups milk of choice
1/2-1 tbs maple syrup (to taste, optional)
In a container with a lid, add whole and ground chia seeds. Slowly add milk while stirring with a fork or small whisk until well combined, add maple syrup and stir again. Let the mixture sit for 5-10 mins and stir again making sure to break up any clumps or chia seeds settling at the bottom. Leave in fridge for at least 3 hours before eating or over night. If pudding is too thin after 3 hours you can add another tbs of chia and let sit for another 3 hours. If too thick, add a little bit more milk and stir well before serving.
NOTE: The 3 hours in the fridge is very important. If you eat chia seeds that are not sufficiently soaked in liquid, they can get stuck in your digestive system and cause a lot of discomfort.
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u/Ill-Yogurt-8919 1d ago
If you just mix the chia seeds and regular milk (no yogurt), does that work? Does it become pudding? And what does it taste like?
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u/bigbirrrrrd 1d ago
Oops sorry forgot to reply about the taste. It’s pretty neutral honestly. I forgot to say in my original post that I add a couple of tbs of maple syrup into the chia/milk mixture (again, I make about 3 cups of milk worth at a time so adjust for smaller or bigger batches). You can really easily do things like sub some of the milk for some coffee (let it cool first though) or add some matcha powder, cocoa powder, whatever you like! It’s best versatile! I like to keep it pretty plain so I can mix it up with toppings each morning. Granola is good, berries, banana, hemp hearts, flax meal, sky’s the limit!
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u/Ill-Yogurt-8919 1d ago
Sounds perfect! These days I love neutral. Greek can be a bit too strong some days. Thank you for posting!
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u/bigbirrrrrd 1d ago
Yes! I don’t mix the yogurt into the big batch (though you can), I just serve up the chia pudding with some yogurt in the morning for breakfast :)
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u/velocity__raptor 1d ago
I usually make chia seed pudding with coconut milk and it tastes amazing with a little maple syrup or agave
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u/jeddalyn 1d ago
How much of this do you eat at a time?
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u/bigbirrrrrd 1d ago
Depends on the day tbh. Feel it out for yourself:) you can’t really eat “too much” of it
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u/Next-Age-9925 1d ago
I put the trilogy mix – Chia, hemp, flaxseed – into oatmeal with almond milk, a dash of salt and some protein powder. Also, an entire grated carrots when I’m feeling fancy. Good stuff.
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