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MAKES 5 CUPS
3 cups fresh or frozen coarsely chopped watermelon
½ cup fresh lime juice (from 2 juicy medium limes)
¼ cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves
1 cup ice
1 cup water
Liquid stevia (optional; I use10 to 15 drops)
8 fresh basil leaves (optional)
½ small cucumber, roughly chopped (peeled if not organic; optional)
DIRECTIONS:
Combine all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Enjoy immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 days and stir or reblend before drinking.
Note:
Dr. Siegel always adds the optional cucumber to maximize the moisturizing benefits.
Author
Dr. Eric Blake
Medical Director of Portland Clinic of Holistic Health