De-Bloat Morning Drink
Kickstart Your Gut First Thing in the Morning
If you wake up feeling puffy, sluggish, or like your gut’s still sleeping — this drink is about to become your new morning ritual. These de-bloat morning cubes are packed with anti-inflammatory, digestion-loving ingredients that make it easy to support your gut health before you’ve even made your breakfast.
We’re combining gelled chia seeds, lemon juice, bone broth, and ginger into a soothing hot morning tonic that hydrates, stimulates digestion, and sets your metabolism on the right track — naturally.
Why it Works
Chia Seeds: Rich in soluble fiber and omega-3s, chia seeds help get your bowels moving and feed beneficial gut bacteria.
Bone Broth: Full of gelatin, collagen, and amino acids to soothe and support the gut lining.
Lemon Juice: Gentle detoxifier that helps stimulate bile and digestion.
Ginger: Anti-inflammatory and known to ease bloating, gas, and nausea.
Ingredients
For 1 batch of de-bloat cubes (makes ~10–12 servings):
Chia Gel:
3 tbsp chia seeds
1 cup water
Morning Cube Base:
½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
½ cup bone broth (preferably organic, unsalted)
1 tbsp fresh shredded ginger
Instructions
1. Soak the Chia:
In a glass jar or bowl, combine chia seeds with 1 cup water. Stir well and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until thickened and gelled.
2. Make the Base:
In a small bowl or measuring cup, mix together the lemon juice, bone broth, and freshly grated ginger.
Tip: Use a fine grater or microplane for the ginger so it blends well in the cubes.
3. Pour into Ice Cube Trays:
Fill silicone ice cube trays halfway with the lemon-broth-ginger mixture. Freeze for about 2 hours or until solid.
4. Add Chia Gel:
Once frozen, spoon about 1 teaspoon of chia gel on top of each cube. Spread gently and freeze again until fully solid.
5. Morning Use:
Pop 1–2 cubes into a mug and pour hot (not boiling) water over the top. Stir gently and sip slowly.
It’s earthy, slightly tangy, and deeply nourishing.When to Drink
Drink this first thing in the morning on an empty stomach to rehydrate, boost digestion, and set the tone for a de-bloated day. You can also sip this between meals if you're feeling sluggish or bloated.
Optional Add-Ins:
Pinch of turmeric for added anti-inflammatory benefits
Dash of cayenne for gentle metabolism support
1 tsp raw honey if you prefer a sweeter sip
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