Collagen Chia Jam – protein boosted
The perfect collagen chia jam ! You need this recipe in your life if you are healing post birth, want to boost your protein intake and improve you skin, hair and nails or importantly – make the very popular Hayley Beiber Strawberry Glaze Glow Smoothie here.
HOW TO USE COLLAGEN CHIA JAM
Top toast, acai bowls, add to smoothies or serve with cakes or cheese platters. This protein boosted collagen chia jam is a delicious no nasties alternative to store-bought jam with the bonus addition of collagen!
HOW TO MAKE COLLAGEN CHIA JAM
Ingredients :
2 cups of frozen fruit (I used strawberries)
4 tablespoons chia seeds
2 tablespoon maple syrup
3 scoops unflavoured Collagen Switch use my code BFAB for 20% off any purchase
- Add the fruit to a saucepan and on low heat for about 3 minutes stirring occasionally.
- Once the fruit is warm, smash it down with a fork or potato masher.
- Add maple syrup and stir through
- Remove from the heat and add chia seeds and Collagen Switch and stir until smooth
- Pour into a clean/sterilised jar and leave to set for a few hours!
- Store in the fridge for up to 10 days.
WHY YOU NEED PROTEIN DURING MOTHERHOOD AND PREGNANCY
Recent research has found that most women are 40% protein deficient. Which makes sense especially if you have given birth to a little human that is predominantly made up of protein ! Protein is also essential for postpartum tissue healing, breast milk supply and for a healthy metabolism for the long runway of motherhood. One of the best ways to increase your protein intake is with a quality collagen or protein powder…but don’t be fooled – not all are created equal ! Here is why.
About Dahlas
Dahlas Fletcher is one of Australia’s most respected and successful certified and experienced Pregnancy and Female Fitness Trainers. Her goal is to help you be the happiest, most fabulous version of yourself, inside and out.