Rich with antioxidants, enzymes and vitamins A, B, C, and E, Aloe Vera has become the star ingredient to add into your summer juices for deep hydration and glowing skin. Aloe Vera is to be consumed as a health supplement – at the rate of one tablespoon per day for 30 days – or mix with a juice for more flavor. Aloe Vera with its purifying values ensure the full amount needed of nutrients and vitamins. To put this trend into practice, Here are three 100% refreshing Aloe Vera juice recipes spotted on Pinterest to help cope with the spiking temperatures!
The recipe for staying in shape
A traditional drink in Mexico, “chia fresca” refreshes while restoring the intestinal microbiota. By adding Aloe Vera to the original recipe, we increase the health benefits of the juice, which should still be consumed in moderation!
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Ingredients for one glass: 1 tsp. of Aloe Vera pulp – 1/2 lemon – 1 small glass of still or sparkling water – 1 tbsp. agave syrup – 1 tsp. of chia seeds.
1. Mix the Aloe Vera pulp with the juice of half a lemon, water and agave syrup.
2. Pour into a glass. Add the chia seeds and mix well.
3. Let sit for 20 minutes, stirring regularly so that the chia seeds do not clump together.
4. Consume without delay.
Recipe, here
The ultra refreshing recipe
When faced with rising temperatures, it is important to stay hydrated. Once diluted in water, its thirst-quenching taste will encourage you to increase your water intake to the recommended amount of 1.5 liters per day.
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Ingredients for one glass: Aloe Vera juice, Aloe Vera cubes, fresh pomegranate seeds and 2 to 3 mint leaves.
1. Cut the Aloe Vera into cubes.
2. Extract the seeds from a fresh pomegranate.
3. Chop a few mint leaves.
4. In a glass of Aloe Vera juice, combine all of the ingredients. (Option: let mixture infuse in the fridge for 20 min).
5. Enjoy.
Recipe, here
The recipe for hydrating after a day in the sun
Aloe Vera has anti-inflammatory properties and hydrating virtues, each very useful for relieving a sunburn. As a consumable juice, this plant is the ultimate hydration and a real life-saver after a day at the beach for healthy and beautiful skin!
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Ingredients for one glass: 2 tbsp. aloe vera pulp, 5 mint leaves, 1 tbsp. tablespoons of turmeric and pieces of mango1. Prélever la chair de la mangue.
2. Add the mint leaves and turmeric. Mix everything.
3. Adjust with water as needed or ice cubes. Remix.
4. Serve in a pretty smoothie glass and add Aloe Vera at the end or as a garnish.
Recipe, here
Translated by Constance Caiola
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