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The aloe vera it is one of the most effective and widespread medicinal plants in the world. Both its cosmetic and therapeutic properties are highly valued and exploited in cosmetic and pharmaceutical products. Taking advantage of its many benefits is easy, we can make homemade facial creams or gel to treat burns, for example. But, the simplest way is make a aloe vera juice. Keep reading this OneHowTo article and learn how to make this drink so beneficial to our health.
30 minutes
Low difficulty
Ingredients:
Steps to follow:
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The first thing you should do is cut a couple of leaves of aloe vera, we recommend that you consult our article on how to cut aloe vera leaves to do it correctly. Then, with a knife, cut the lateral spines so as not to prick yourself and wash the leaves well.
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Now is the time to remove the pulp to make the juice. To do this, cut the sheet on one side and open it. Then, take a spoon and extract as much aloe vera gel as you can, until you see the rind of the leaf. Place the pulp that you have extracted into a high-rimmed container so that you can grind it later.
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Now you must add the water And, optionally, you can include honey and a teaspoon of the fruit or citrus juice that you like the most to counteract the bitter taste of aloe vera. If you have a blender, liquefy everything, otherwise, you can use a blender and shred it until completely liquid.
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If you think you need more water because there was no liquid left at all, add a little more until it is to your liking. When you have it, you can already serve the aloe vera juice in glasses and take it. Since the amount will give you for several glasses, you must reserve what is left in the fridge inside a covered container, like a bottle, so that it is kept in perfect condition. If you want, you can add ice cubes to make it cooler.
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Before you start drink aloe vera juice It is always advisable to consult a specialist, since if it is done incorrectly it can have side effects. Likewise, for people who suffer from diseases such as colitis, appendicitis, Crohn’s disease or intestinal problems, it is not recommended to drink aloe vera juice. Pregnant women should also refrain from drinking it. As it has laxative properties, it can cause diarrhea and even a stomach ache. Too much juice can lead to vomiting.
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