In the episode, baker and nutrition coachSashah Handaldemos how to make a delicious gut-healthy lemon chia bread recipe.

Bonus: Its also gluten-free (but you wouldnt know it from the taste).

Thats it: Zero guesswork, experimentation, or fussy ingredients required.

alt

But the nutritional value of this dreamy loaf recipe doesnt stop there.

The benefits of chia seeds go on and on and on, Handal says.

For starters, theyre packed withlongevity-boosting omega-3s, along withprotein and fiber.

Close-up of sliced purple cabbage,

Barry’s Bootcamp instructor certified in personal training, HIIT, indoor cycling, and TRX

Chia seeds are so cool.

They can absorb nine times their weight, Handal adds.

Press play on the video to get the full recipe, and follow along below.

soba noodles

Begin by preheating your oven to 350F.

Line an 8-inch loaf pan with parchment paper and coat with neutral oil or cooking spray.

In a separate bowl, combine the lemon zest and sugar together until it feels like wet sand.

a woman pours maple syrup onto a stack of pancakes covered in strawberries

Add yogurt, milk, lemon juice, and eggs to the sugar mixture and whisk well.

Bake for about one hour, or until the center is fully set.

Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool on a baking rack.

Broth in Bowl on gray background, healthy food, top view.

Barry’s Bootcamp instructor certified in personal training, HIIT, indoor cycling, and TRX

Drizzle the glaze over your loaf while still warm and allow your loaf to cool completely before slicing.

Got it, you’ve been added to our email list.

maple syrup in glass bottle on wooden table

Protein isolate powder. Unflavored whey protein in measuring scoop and drinking glass in bright sunlight.