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To make Çiya tea, stir chia seeds into water and let them soak until they swell. Stir again during soaking to prevent clumping, then add lemon, mint, or another flavoring if you like.

You can, but avoid swallowing dry chia seeds on their own because they absorb liquid and swell. Soaking them in plenty of liquid first makes them easier to consume and gives the drink a more even texture.

No, chia seeds are naturally caffeine-free. Çiya tea will remain caffeine-free unless you make it with a caffeinated drink, such as brewed black or green tea.

Çiya tea has a mild, fairly neutral taste rather than a strong tea flavor. Add lemon, mint, or cinnamon for more flavor, or strain out the seeds if you do not enjoy their gel-like texture.

Yes, the swollen chia seeds in Çiya tea are edible and can be consumed with the drink. They become soft and gel-coated as they soak; strain them out if you prefer a smoother drink.

Çiya tea can be served cold or at room temperature after the seeds have soaked. For a warm drink, warm it gently after soaking; pouring boiling water over the seeds and drinking immediately will not give them time to swell.

Çiya tea does not cause weight loss by itself. The swollen seeds can make the drink more filling for some people, while adding sugar or syrup increases its energy content.

Drinking a large amount of Çiya tea may cause bloating or digestive discomfort, especially if the seeds were not soaked in enough liquid. Start with a small serving and do not swallow the seeds dry.

Store prepared Çiya tea in a covered container in the refrigerator and drink it soon. The seeds continue absorbing liquid, so the drink thickens over time; discard it if its smell or appearance changes.