3 Fast, Feel-Good Elixirs for Great Skin

Green Lemonade from the Farm at San Benito.

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We all want great skin, strong bodies, and that glow that comes from vibrant health, and the easiest--and tastiest--way to work toward those goals is by shifting to a clean, plant-based diet free from animal products that gunk us up, weigh us down, and dull our energy. 

For our spring food feature (Get your copy right here >>!), We reached out to the world's top spas and wellness retreats and asked them to share their signature recipes for glowing skin and overall vitality.  They responded with some truly delicious surprises, including these delightfully summery swills.

The Farm at San Benito's Green Lemonade
Serves 1

Ingredients
¼ cup fresh pineapple, sliced
¼ apple, peeled and sliced
½ cup cucumber, peeled and chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 cup coconut water
3 ice cubes

To Prepare:

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender except ice cubes and blend until smooth.
2. Strain using a fine strainer.
3. Pour into an old fashioned glass then add the ice cubes.
4. Stir and serve. 
   

SHA Wellness Clinic's Drinkable Detox Delight
Serves 1

Ingredients
2-3 celery sticks, chopped
1-inch slice of fresh ginger ginger, halved
1 lime
2 green apples, cliced 

To Prepare:

1. Push all the ingredients through a juicer, pour into a glass, and enjoy.
   

Shreyas Yoga Retreat’s Amazing Aloe Elixir
Serves 4

Ingredients
8 tablespoons fresh aloe vera pulp
2 cups pineapple, diced
1 cup green apples with skin, diced
½ cup coriander & mint leaves each
2 cups cucumber with skin
1 teaspoon chia seeds
A few strands of saffron
2 cups cold water

To Prepare:

1. Blend all the ingredients, except chia seeds/
   
2. Strain and serve garnished with chia seeds.