Sweet and cooling, bright green, honey dew smoothies with aloe vera jelly are perfect for St. Patty's in Hong Kong! My eyes feel cool and ready for another 12 hours of flying. But get a thick straw, the jelly is like drinking gummy bears. (Published from travel writings in Hong Kong airport)
Ayurveda Notes (help)
Both honey dew and aloe vera are cooling, anti-inflammatories and slight laxatives. Aloe vera is a rejuvenative. Honey dew hydrates and refreshes. That makes this drink perfect for flying. (Click here for how to avoid jet lag)
Dosha: vata- pitta- kapha+
Qualities: Heavy, Cooling
Taste: Sweet, Bitter (slight)
Recipe - (Help with Cooking)
1c Honey dew pureed.
2 tbsp Aloe vera Jelly
1 tbsp sugar
Mix and drink with a thick straw!