Step 1 – Toast the Seeds

Place ½ cup raw pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat. Stir continuously for 4–5 minutes, until they begin to pop and release a nutty aroma. Toasting enhances flavor and digestibility.

Step 2 – Combine and Cool

Transfer the pumpkin seeds to a bowl. Let them cool for 2 minutes. Then add:

¼ cup chia seeds

¼ cup ground flaxseed

2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest

1 teaspoon Ceylon cinnamon

A pinch of sea salt

Step 3 – Blend the Mix

Grind the entire mixture in a high-speed blender or coffee grinder until it becomes a fine, uniform powder. Store in an airtight glass jar at room temperature for up to 3 weeks.

In the morning, add 1 tablespoon of the seed blend to 250 ml (1 cup) of warm water.

Stir well and let sit for 2–3 minutes, allowing the chia to gel and expand.

Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if desired.

Sip slowly, or chew slightly for added satiety.

This gentle ritual is designed to promote fullness, regulate digestion, and reduce unnecessary snacking throughout the day.

For a natural metabolic kick and digestive boost, follow this variation:

Combine 1 tablespoon of the seed blend with 1 cup warm water

Stir in 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger

Let steep for 3 minutes

Add 1 teaspoon lemon juice, stir again, and sip slowly