how to consume aloe vera - #25325
I am really trying to figure out how to consume aloe vera properly because I’ve heard so many good things, but honestly, I'm a bit lost. A couple of weeks ago, I got this aloe plant from a friend because my skin has been really dry and flaky, and I thought it could help. I started by just cutting a leaf and eating the gel straight from it, but it was kinda bitter? I’ve also tried mixing it into smoothies, but the taste is still weird in there. I read somewhere that you need to prepare it a certain way, but I'm not sure what that means. Like, should I peel the leaf first or can you eat the skin? And do you know how to consume aloe vera if you want to use it for digestion? I get stomach troubles here and there, and I thought it might help, but should I be cautious about the amount or something? Also, I saw some prepackaged aloe drinks at the store, is that a good option? Just trying to navigate this and I really want to know how to consume aloe vera without getting it all wrong!
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