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Contains omega-3 and fiber
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Lemon chia seed drink (240 g) has 139 calories. That works out to 58 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.9 g of carbs, 4.1 g of protein, 7.4 g of fat and 9.1 g of fiber. Its 187.2 mg of Phosphorus covers 27% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 12 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
139
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
13.9g
· 5% DV
Protein
4.1g
· 8% DV
Fat
7.4g
· 9% DV
Fiber
9.1g
· 33% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 40% · Protein 12% · Fat 48%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 139 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.4 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.72 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 9.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.9 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 9.1 g | 33% |
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 139 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 9 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 191 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 500 g | 290 kcal |
Calculated from 58 calories per 100 g.
To make a lemon chia seed drink, stir chia seeds into water and let them swell, then add fresh lemon juice. Stir again just before drinking so the seeds are evenly distributed. Mint can add a fresh flavor without needing a sweetener.
A lemon chia seed drink provides chia’s fiber and plant-based omega-3 fats, while lemon adds a tart flavor. The hydrated seeds form a gel that can make the drink feel more filling, but it is not a treatment or a detox.
Soak the chia seeds for at least 10–15 minutes in water before finishing the lemon chia seed drink. They should swell and develop a gel-like coating. For a thicker texture, refrigerate the mixture for a few hours and stir before serving.
No, a lemon chia seed drink does not cause weight loss on its own. Its gel-forming fiber may help some people feel full, but adding sugar or honey raises the drink’s energy content and the drink cannot replace an overall eating plan.
Yes, most people can have a lemon chia seed drink daily, provided the seeds are fully hydrated and the portion suits them. If you are not used to chia’s fiber, start with a small amount to reduce the chance of bloating or gas.
Yes, you can drink a lemon chia seed drink on an empty stomach if it feels comfortable. Its fiber may feel heavy for some people, so try a smaller serving first and avoid swallowing chia seeds dry, since they expand when wet.
No, blending is not necessary for a lemon chia seed drink. Stirring the seeds into water is enough to hydrate them and keeps their gel-like texture. Blend it only if you prefer a smoother drink, then let it stand so the seeds can swell.
To prevent clumps in a lemon chia seed drink, sprinkle the seeds into the water gradually while stirring. Stir again after a few minutes, as seeds can settle or stick together while swelling. Add lemon juice once the seeds are dispersed.
Keep a lemon chia seed drink in a sealed container in the refrigerator and use it within 1–2 days. The chia will continue to thicken, so stir before drinking. Discard it if its smell or appearance changes unexpectedly.
Yes, too much chia in a lemon chia seed drink can cause bloating, gas, or constipation, especially if you increase fiber quickly. Always hydrate the seeds before drinking; swallowing them dry can be a choking hazard because they expand when wet.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
15.6mg · 17% DV
Biotin
2.88µg · 10% DV
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
B3
1.2mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
187mg · 27% DV
Magnesium
101mg · 24% DV
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Manganese
0.53mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
125mg · 4% DV
Sodium
9.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 139 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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The lemon chia seed drink is made by soaking chia seeds in water and adding lemon juice. It resembles agua de chía, a chia-based drink familiar in Mexico and parts of Central America. Recipes vary, and some include a sweetener.
As the seeds hydrate, they develop a soft, gel-like coating that gives the drink a lightly thick texture and a tart citrus taste. It is usually served cold as a refreshment or between meals, and works well as a pitcher drink in warm weather. It provides fibre and omega-3 fats, with 3.8 g of fibre per 100 g. For a less sweet version, skip or reduce the sweetener and stir before serving so the seeds stay evenly distributed.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.