# Protein-Packed Chia Drinks Seeds of Wellness' Chia Beverage is a Complete Protein Milk Alternative By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-04-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chia-beverage References: [foodbusinessnews.net](https://www.foodbusinessnews.net/media/photos/4142-plant-protein-blends-driving-beverage-innovation) & [sow.bio](http://www.sow.bio/product/chia-beverage-original-unsweetened/) Seeds of [Wellness](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anytime-wellness-tea)' Chia Beverage is a plant-based beverage that's marketed as a [complete protein milk alternative](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silk-protein). The beverage is made with chia, which is a rich source of fatty acids, plant-powered protein and fiber. The nourishing drinks are being introduced in varieties like Original Unsweetened, Original Sweetened and Vanilla Unsweetened, which can be added to everything from bowls of cereal to cups of coffee in place of regular creamers. The low-calorie chia-based beverages are dairy-free, gluten-free and soy-free and a great source of calcium. The products also appeal to vegan consumers and those interested in the popular keto diet. As well as emerging as alternatives to conventional dairy offerings in terms of taste and texture, [plant-based milk products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whole-moon) are being created to rival their nutritional benefits. Image Credit: Seeds of Wellness ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Plant-based Milk:** Seeds of Wellness' Chia Beverage is part of the growing trend of plant-based milk alternatives, disrupting the traditional dairy industry. - **Protein-rich Beverages:** The protein-packed chia drinks by Seeds of Wellness tap into the trend of consumers seeking healthy and convenient protein sources, presenting opportunities for new entrants in the beverage industry. - **Vegan and Keto-friendly Products:** With its dairy-free, gluten-free, and soy-free attributes, Seeds of Wellness' Chia Beverage caters to the rising demand for vegan and keto-friendly options, opening doors for innovative products in both the vegan and health food industries. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Plant-based Milk Industry:** Seeds of Wellness' Chia Beverage disrupts the traditional dairy industry, offering an innovative plant-based milk alternative. - **Beverage Industry:** The protein-packed chia drinks create disruptive innovation opportunities in the beverage industry, as consumers are increasingly seeking healthy and convenient protein-rich options. - **Health Food Industry:** With their vegan and keto-friendly attributes, the chia drinks by Seeds of Wellness present disruptive innovation possibilities in the health food industry, catering to the needs of health-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chia-Infused Tea Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alternative-to-bubble-tea.md) - [Instant Chia Protein Puddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chia-protein-pudding.md) - [Nourishing Chickpea Milks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chickpea-milk.md) - [Complete Plant-Based Milks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/complete-plantmilk.md) - [Protein-Rich Milk Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proteinrich-milk-alternative.md) - [Nostalgic Cereal Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koia-1.md) - [Plant-Based Shelf-Stable Protein Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koia-nutrition-shakes.md) - [Protein Iced Teas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-iced-tea.md) - [Watermelon Seed Milks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milkish-watermelon-seedmilk.md)