Prepare the Tea Base:

1. Brew a strong cup of green tea using 2 tea bags or 2 tsp of loose leaf in 1 cup of hot water (175°F).
2. Steep for 5–7 minutes to extract antioxidants and polyphenols.
3. Remove tea bags or strain leaves.
4. Allow the tea to cool completely, this is the base of your recipe.

Soak the Chia Seeds:

1. In a small bowl, mix chia seeds with 3 tablespoons of water.
2. Let sit for 10 minutes until a gel-like texture forms.
3. This step adds fiber and supports appetite suppression.

Prepare the Spice Blend:

1. In a bowl, whisk together Ceylon cinnamon powder, ground ginger, cayenne pepper and turmeric powder (optional).
2. Add 1 tablespoon of cooled green tea to make a smooth paste.
3. Ensure the blend is lump-free for best flavor and metabolism-boosting benefits.

Combine the Base Ingredients:

1. In a high-speed blender, add cooled green tea, filtered water, fresh lemon juice and apple cider vinegar
2. Add the spice paste.
3. Blend on high for 30 seconds until smooth and fully mixed.

Add Sweetener and Chia Seeds:

1. Add honey to the blender and blend briefly to dissolve it.
2. Add soaked chia seeds and blend on low for 15–20 seconds.
3. This distributes the chia without breaking their gel texture.

Final Seasoning:

1. Add a pinch of black pepper if you used turmeric.
2. Give the mixture a final 10 second pulse to incorporate.
3. Black pepper improves turmeric absorption.

Strain and Serve:

1. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve if a smoother texture is preferred.
2. Serve immediately over ice for a refreshing drink.
3. For a warm version, gently heat (do not boil).
4. Enjoy your natural Zepbound recipe fresh for best results.