Gut Health Benefits
Tag: chia seed
🍓 Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Chia Pudding
I’ve been really focused on supporting my gut health lately, and this recipe has everything I want in a breakfast. Protein, fiber and simple ingredients, but it tastes like strawberry cheesecake.
I used my Açaí + Mixed Berries @im8health to make the creamy berry layer, then layered it with fresh strawberries and cheesecake protein chia. 🍓
Makes 2 servings
Cheesecake Chia Base
1 cup cottage cheese
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1–2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
1 tbsp pure maple syrup
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Small squeeze fresh lemon juice
3 tbsp chia seeds
Blend the cottage cheese, protein powder, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla and lemon juice until completely smooth and creamy. Stir in the chia seeds.
Let sit for 5 minutes, stir again and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
Creamy IM8 Berry Layer
For each serving
1 sachet IM8 Daily Ultimate Essentials, Açaí + Mixed Berries
1-2 tsp cold water/milk, or just enough to dissolve
2–3 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
Optional maple syrup or sweetener of choice, to taste
Instructions
Mix the IM8 with cold water/milk until smooth and concentrated. Fold in the Greek yogurt until thick and creamy. Taste and sweeten if desired.
Add chopped strawberries to the bottom of your glass. Spoon in a layer of cheesecake chia, followed by the creamy IM8 berry layer and another layer of chia.
Finish with fresh strawberries and a sprinkle of crushed graham cracker.
Save this one for your next breakfast prep. 🍓
#easyrecipes #chiapudding #cheesecake #healthyrecipes #proteinpacked
16 hours ago
French Onion Soup 🧅
Cozy, rich and loaded with deeply caramelized onions, melty Gruyère and toasted baguette. This is one of those recipes that tastes like it took all day, but it’s actually so simple.
I made everything right in my Magnifique Claypot Multicooker, from caramelizing the onions to simmering the broth. I love being able to sauté and slow cook in the same pot, plus it’s made with kaolin clay without PFAS or chemical nonstick coatings.
Ingredients
4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
2 tbsp grass-fed butter
1 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp thyme
1 bay leaf
1 tbsp flour, optional
1/2 cup dry white wine
6 cups beef broth
Salt + pepper to taste
1 baguette, sliced
1–2 cups shredded Gruyère
Add the butter and olive oil to your pot, then add the sliced onions. Cook on sauté for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and deeply golden.
Add the garlic, thyme and bay leaf and cook for another minute. If using flour, sprinkle it over the onions and stir.
Pour in the wine and scrape up all those browned bits from the bottom. Add the broth, season with salt and pepper and simmer for 30–40 minutes.
Toast your baguette slices until lightly crisp. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls, top with toasted baguette and plenty of Gruyère, then broil for 2–4 minutes until bubbly and golden.
#frenchonionsoup #easyrecipes #healthyrecipes #onepotmeal #soupseason
2 days ago
🍗 Garlic Parmesan Chicken & Roasted Potatoes
An easy healthier weeknight dinner with tender garlic roasted potatoes, precooked grilled chicken and a creamy Greek yogurt garlic Parmesan sauce. Simple, filling and so good. 🤍
Garlic Roasted Potatoes
1 lb baby red potatoes, quartered
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh parsley
Salt + pepper
Chicken
1 lbs precooked grilled chicken breast
Garlic Parmesan Sauce
1 tbsp butter
3–4 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup milk of choice
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tsp arrowroot or cornstarch + 1 tbsp cold milk of choice
1–2 tsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
Black pepper
1 tbsp fresh parsley
Toss potatoes with olive oil, garlic, parsley, salt and pepper. Roast at 400°F for 25–30 minutes, until fork tender.
For the sauce
sauté garlic in butter for 30 seconds. Add broth, milk and Italian seasoning and gently simmer. Whisk in the arrowroot/cornstarch slurry and cook until slightly thickened.
Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan, then let cool slightly before whisking in Greek yogurt, lemon juice, pepper and parsley.
Warm the chicken, pour the garlic Parmesan sauce over the top and serve with the roasted potatoes.
#healthyrecipes #healthydinner #easyrecipes #garlicparmesan #mealprepping
4 days ago
Game day around here means tailgates, good food and football 🏈❤️
Having fun doesn’t mean all my healthy habits go out the window. I still like doing the little things that make me feel good, and getting in my electrolytes, vitamins and minerals with @im8health is one of them.
One packet, water. and I’m good to go.
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#gameday #healthyhabits #tailgate #morningroutine #nfl
5 days ago
🍌 Banana Pudding Overnight Oats
Banana pudding for breakfast, but make it creamy, packed with fiber and easy to meal prep.
These banana pudding overnight oats are made with rolled oats, chia seeds, banana and Greek yogurt for a filling breakfast that tastes way more like dessert. Prep them the night before and breakfast is ready when you are.
Oat Layer
1/2 ripe banana, mashed
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp pure maple syrup
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of sea salt
( you can add a scoop of vanilla protein if you like an extra protein boost)
Banana Pudding Layer
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tsp sugar-free banana pudding mix ( i use simply desserts)
Toppings
Fresh banana slices
Crushed graham cracker
Mix all of the oat layer ingredients until well combined.
In a separate bowl, mix the Greek yogurt and banana pudding mix until smooth. Spoon it over the oats, cover and refrigerate overnight.
Top with fresh banana slices and a little crushed graham cracker before serving. 🍌
Save this easy overnight oats recipe for your next breakfast meal prep!
#bananapudding #overnightoats #proteinpacked #healthyrecipes #easyrecipes
6 days ago
…I think it’s a fair obsession 🤣
When something makes getting my nutrients in this easy, supports my energy, and actually fits & into my everyday life… I’m going to keep talking about it.
One sachet of @im8health a day and I’m set for whatever the day brings.
It combines 90 premium ingredients in one daily drink and can replace up to 16 supplements! 🙌
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1 week ago
Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Puppy Chow 🍫🥜
Your game day snack just got a protein boost. 🏈
This Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Puppy Chow has everything you want from crunchy Chex, creamy peanut butter and chocolate made with @nakednutrition Chocolate Peanut Butter Naked Whey mixed into the coating for an easy way to add 25g of protein without the artificial sweeteners or extra junk. #nakednutritionpartner
What you need:
5 cups Rice Chex
1/2 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
1 tsp coconut oil
1/2 tsp vanilla
Pinch of sea salt
1 serving Chocolate Peanut Butter Naked Whey
1/3 cup powdered sugar
Coat the Chex in melted chocolate + peanut butter. Combine the protein powder and powdered sugar in a large container, add the coated cereal, secure the lid, and shake until completely coated.
Easy, chocolatey, peanut buttery, and made for game day. 🤎
#proteinpacked #easyrecipes #gameday #snacks
1 week ago
🍎 Apple Pie Protein Mousse
My protein dessert bowls are BACK for fall and we’re definitely doing apple pie. This tastes like creamy apple pie cheesecake filling, but each serving has 25g of protein.
Thick, creamy, and packed with warm cinnamon apple flavor. Save this one for when you want something sweet that actually keeps you satisfied.
Makes 2 servings
Ingredients
1 cup cottage cheese
2 tbsp cashew butter
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1 tbsp pure maple syrup, or to taste
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Pinch of nutmeg
1/2 cup caramelized apples
Directions
Cook the apples with cinnamon until soft and caramelized, then let cool. (You can also sweeten with splash of maple if you like)
Blend the cottage cheese, cashew butter, protein powder, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg until completely smooth and creamy. Fold in or layer with the apples.
Chill for 30–60 minutes, then top with whipped cream, extra caramelized apples, a light caramel drizzle and chopped walnuts.
Save this for your fall dessert rotation 🤍
#proteinpacked #applepie #easyrecipes #healthyrecipes #desserts
2 weeks ago
Taking care of my gut health has become such a big priority to me. I’ve been adding @im8health to smoothies just like this one to keep me on track.
Blueberry IM8 Gut-Friendly Smoothie
1 sachet IM8 Açaí Mixed Berries
3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
3/4 cup frozen blueberries
1/2 frozen banana
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 serving vanilla protein powder
1 tbsp chia seeds
Handful of ice
Blend until thick and creamy, Add another splash of almond milk if needed.
It gives you protein, fiber, probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics in one easy smoothie.
#smoothies #EasyRecipe #healthyrecipes #probiotics #proteinpacked
2 weeks ago
