Dr. Jennifer Ashton Gelatin Trick Drink
A refreshing and simple drink using gelatin that aids in weight management by promoting satiety and hydration.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon gelatin (or agar-agar for a vegan option)
- 1 cup water (or herbal tea for flavor)
- Sweetener (optional, such as honey, stevia, or agave syrup)
- Flavoring agents (optional, such as lemon juice or fruit purees)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect 1 tablespoon of gelatin, 1 cup of water, desired sweetener, and flavoring agents.
- Heat the Water: In a small saucepan, gently bring the water to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Add Gelatin: Remove the boiling water from heat and slowly sprinkle in the gelatin while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
- Dissolve: Stir for about 2–3 minutes until fully dissolved.
- Sweeten and Flavor: Add sweetener and flavoring agents, mixing well.
- Cool Down: Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
- Chill and Enjoy: Transfer to a glass container and refrigerate for 1-2 hours until set. Serve cold or warm.
Notes
Best enjoyed 30 minutes before meals for optimal appetite suppression. Can be made ahead of time and stored for up to five days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg