Aloe Juice

[Tom]

Well about once a year ... I find in necessary to create a post about Aloe Juice. I personally almost find this stuff a must to have in your refrigerator when on the atkins diet.

It helps out in so many ways. Helps with energy for those in early stages of induction, helps with constipation, helps the cardiovascular system as well as being a great lemonade substitute.

I buy the brand from trader joes $7.99 / gallon. and I find that kind works best for me.

Some people dont like the taste ... I didnt at first but now I love it.

Start out drinking a shot glass a day ... best in the morning as it does give you a natural energy lift.

I am up to about 4 oz or more a day. I love it.

[Momtofour]

I had no idea. Never heard of drinking aloe juice. This is why I love this board. There is something new to learn every day.

[susan423]

I could never get passed the taste. I mixed it in a protein shake a couple of times and even with all the other stuff in there I couldn't drink it. Can't imagine trying to get it down straight. (would aloe pills do the same thing)?

[Tom]

Originally Posted by susan423

I could never get passed the taste. I mixed it in a protein shake a couple of times and even with all the other stuff in there I couldn't drink it. Can't imagine trying to get it down straight. (would aloe pills do the same thing)?

You need to go with it straight ... do it in a shot glass at first ... trust me it grows on you after a while. The benefits far outweigh the taste anyway.

[eclectikat]

is there a carb count?

[not2late]

Tom, I have a pitcher of aloe infused water in my frig all the time. You need a fresh aloe leaf---I buy that at an International grocery store or occasionally I can find it at my supermarket. You need to remove the out covering completely. That will leave the gel-like center. Cut it into chunks and put into a pitcher of water. Let it infuse at least 24 hours before drinking. When you've finished with the pitcher, refill it again with water. 1 aloe leaf is good for about 2-3 weeks.

[susan423]

Originally Posted by Tom

You need to go with it straight ... do it in a shot glass at first ... trust me it grows on you after a while. The benefits far outweigh the taste anyway.

Ok, I'll take your word for it. If I kill over from the taste, I'll come hunt you down

[momtomany1]

Okay, I have a nice big aloe plant. I assume I can use these leaves? This sounds pretty disgusting, but I am game!

[Misnagid]

What specifically are the benefits? I'm intrigued, I've never heard of this.

[susan423]

Tom,
Are there specific brands that taste better then others or do they all taste like puke?