Chia Collagen Pudding: For Gut Health and Hair Growth

Hair growth starts long before the follicle. A well-functioning gut helps determine how effectively the body can break down, absorb and use the nutrients needed for healthy hair, including iron, zinc, amino acids and essential fats. It also helps regulate immune signalling, protect barrier integrity and support the microbiome. When digestion is impaired or the gut remains under strain, the body is less able to prioritise tissues such as hair.

This pudding is a simple gut-support base designed to support barrier health, microbial fermentation and smoother transit. Chia and freshly milled flax provide soluble fibre and hydration support, PHGG helps feed beneficial bacteria and improve short-chain fatty acid production, and collagen adds a protein-rich base that supports connective tissue in both the gut lining and the scalp.

Ingredients for one serving

• Milled chia seeds 1 tablespoon 

• Freshly milled flax seeds 2 tablespoons

• Collagen 4 tablespoons

• PHGG fibre ½ teaspoon up to 2 ½ teaspoons

• Water or alternative milk 250 ml

Method

Stir dry ingredients together and add liquid.  Consume hot or cold.  Can be eaten straight away, frozen or kept for up to 7 days.  

Optional add ons

01. Peach + almond crunch

Sliced peach, almond slivers, cinnamon and raw honey

02. Berry and dark, milk chocolate

Mixed berries, 54% dark, milk chocolate shavings, cacao nibs and coconut yoghurt

03. Banana and tahini crunch

Banana, tahini, walnuts, shredded coconut and a pinch of salt.

04. Tropical glow

Mango, passionfruit, toasted coconut and lime zest

05. Strawberry + pistachio

Strawberries, pistachios, almond butter and hemp seeds

06. The plain one

Vanilla bean extract and a pinch of seas salt

07. Spiced chai

Chai spice (cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, clove) vanilla bean paste and a pinch of sea salt

08. Berry boost

Mixed berries, vanilla paste and honey (optional)