You probably know aloe as a topical skin soother, but it also delivers antioxidants, vitamins and minerals.
Read vera benefits and cautions.
Blend on high speed until smooth.
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Serve sprinkled with chia seeds, if desired.
Tip
Look for pure aloe vera gel at natural-foods stores or online.
Or make your own from the leaves of the aloe vera plant.
You’ll need 2 large or 4 medium leaves to get 2 tablespoons gel.
Cut the flat side of the leaf away, then scrape out the gel with a spoon.
Leave behind and discard the bitter yellow latex layer with the outer part of the leaves.
- Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day.
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