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DigestionWeak evidence

Aloe vera

Also known as: Aloe barbadensis

Aloe vera is a succulent whose leaves yield an inner gel and a bitter yellow latex containing laxative anthraquinones. The gel is used for skin and digestion, while the latex is restricted in EU foods because of safety concerns.

What it is used for

  • Soothing skin burns and irritation (gel, topical) – limited evidence
  • Irritable bowel syndrome (inner gel) – weak evidence
  • Constipation (latex) – effective but unsafe and not recommended

Forms and how they differ

inner gel or juice without aloin

the form suitable for oral use

latex with aloin

laxative, restricted in the EU due to risks

skin gel

for external use

When to take it

Gel juice before meals, as on the label.

Pairs well with

For skin: moisturising, sun protection.

Do not combine / separate

Products containing aloin and long-term use as a laxative.

Watch out for

Oral use is unsuitable in pregnancy, breastfeeding and for children. With bowel, kidney or heart disease, or if you take diuretics, heart or diabetes medicines, consult your doctor.

Safety

Do not exceed the dose stated on the label. Choose aloin-free products only.

Practical tip

Look for 'aloin-free' or 'decolourised gel' on the label.

Products containing Aloe vera 3

Aloe veraDigestion & gutSkin
Aloe verajuiceDigestion & gutSkin
Licorice + Aloe veraDGL extractDigestion & gutInflammationSkin
How to read the evidence rating
Strong evidenceModerate evidenceWeak evidenceNo evidence

Strong = several good human studies or official recommendations; moderate = promising but smaller studies; weak = few studies or mixed results; no evidence = claims not confirmed.

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This information is educational and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. We do not give medicine dosages. Supplements are no substitute for a varied diet; if pregnant, breastfeeding, ill or on medication, consult a doctor first.