Sabja Seed Ginger-Mint Lemonade

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Before getting into the preparation let’s know some information about this sabja seeds

1.       Sabja seeds, also known as basil seeds, Falooda seed or Turkmaria seed.
2.       The basil plant is native to India.
3.       It is also called sweet basil but is different from the Holy Basil or Tulsi, which is common in every Indian household and credited for its immunity-boosting properties.
4.       The herbs of the basil plant is known to be very healthy and so are the seeds.
      
Sabja seeds are popularly used in Ayurvedic and Chinese Medicine and have many more health benefits that you may have not known.

Here are some health benefits of sabja seeds:
1.      Rich in antioxidants​
2.       Helps in Weight Loss
3.       Reduces Body Heat
4.       Controls Blood Sugar Levels
5.       Relieves Constipation and Bloating
6.       Treats Acidity and Heartburn
7.      Important for Healthy Skin and Hair
8.       Cures Cough and Flu

Word of caution:
 Children and pregnant women should avoid consuming sabja seeds. Young kids could choke on these seeds if they are not mixed well with water. In the case of pregnant women, these seeds are known to lower down the levels of estrogen in the body. It is best to consult your doctor if you’re pregnant or suffering from any other ailments before adding sabja seeds to your diet.

Ingredients:
1.   1 Lemon
2.  2 tsp sabja seeds
3.  ½ Inch ginger
4. Some mint leaves
5.  2 tsp honey
6.  2 cups of Water 

Soaking Sabja Seeds:
        Sabja seeds cannot be included directly to your diet.
        It has to be soaked in water for about 15-20mts. After which it turns into a jelly form and it’s ready to consume             now.
Ratio:
Approximately for 1 tsp of sabja seed add 2 tablespoon of water.



For making ginger- mint lemonade:
1.       In a mixer jar add ginger, mint leaves & some water and blend it well. Now strain the juice mixture and keep it aside.
2.       To the above mixture squeeze 1 full lemon and mix it well by adding the required amount of water (ensure the juice is not too sour. If it’s sour add some extra water).
Now ginger- mint lemonade is ready.


To assemble
1.       Take a juice glass in that
·    At bottom add 2 tsp of sabja seed
·   2 tsp of honey (or) as per your sweet level
·   Now add the ginger- mint lemonade
   Now, healthy & refreshing body coolant sabja seed ginger- mint lemonade is ready.


Note:
1.       The quantity of the ingredients may vary depending upon your taste.  
2.       I generally use room temperature water. But you can use cold water (or) ice cubes too.
3.       Instead of honey, you can use sugar (or) Jaggery too.  

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