The goodness of aloe vera needs no separate introduction. It is widely grown in our gardens and has been part of our traditional medicine practice for ages. Also known as Ghritakumari (in Hindi), it can cure a wide range of ailments thanks to its beneficial health properties. The cactus holds a translucent gel that is widely used to make medicines, beauty products, health drinks and more. Juicing is one of the best ways to incorporate aloe into our daily lives. According to health experts, aloe vera juice provides complete nutrients to our body. Nutrition consultant Rupali Datta adds, “Several studies from around the world have found that drinking aloe vera juice can help with lower blood sugar and lipid control in diabetics. and patients with hyperlipidemia.”
Health benefits of aloe vera juice:
As mentioned earlier, aloe vera contains many beneficial properties for health. The juice is made up of 96% water, vitamins A, B, C, E, amino acids, a complex carbohydrate called acemannan, and several organic and inorganic compounds.
All of these nutrients work together to help promote weight loss, metabolism, glowing skin, healthy hair and more. Click here to know more about the health benefits of aloe vera juice.
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Aloe vera juice can be made at home.
How to make aloe vera juice – Step by step recipe:
Nowadays, you can easily find aloe vera drinks in the market. But, why choose packaged drinks, if you can make some at home?! That’s right. All you need is an aloe vera plant at home to make this healthy drink and enjoy it fresh.
However, cutting aloe vera is an art. Besides the healthy gel, it also contains a yellow substance that can be toxic to your health. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
We bring a recipe video showing how to cut the stem of an aloe vera to get the gel. And then, how to stir the gel into a glass of fresh juice. That sounds great?
This recipe was shared by food vlogger Reshu, on her YouTube channel ‘Cooking With Reshu’. She also suggests, after straining the juice, add some lime juice and black salt to make the drink tastier.
Watch the detailed recipe video below:
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Now that you have the recipe handy, prepare a glass of fresh juice every day and start your day healthy. However, always remember, moderation is key. In fact, an excess of anything can have a negative effect on our bodies. Click here to know about the side effects of eating too much aloe.
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