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    Chia seed kombucha drink with acai und maca root- the power drink of the old incas

    Chia seed kombucha drink with acai und maca root- the power drink of the old incas

    Hello my dears,

    today we are going to make a tasty Chia-Kombucha drink with Acai*  and Maca powder*.

    I enjoy drinks with chia seeds as they are great for in between, when you’re a little hungry. Only a couple of tablespoons of chia seeds* are very filling.

    In this recipe I also used some Acai and Maca powder.

    The Incas in Peru already appreciated Maca for its characteristics. But what exactly is Maca? The Maca root is similar to our common garden cress.

    As the plant is cultivated in areas above 4000 meters, it is exposed to extreme climate conditions. These fluctuating temperatures make the plant very robust. The leaves of the plant can also be eaten, they taste slightly spicy, similar to garden cress. Most commonly, the root is used as it tastes sweet. Continue Reading…