Gut Health

Aloe Vera (Oral)

Also known as: Aloe barbadensis

Evidence

Gel from aloe plant used for digestive soothing and hydration support.

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Primary uses

Digestive soothing
Gut lining
Hydration
Skin (internal)

How it works

Mucilaginous soothing
May support gut lining
Hydrating internally

Dosage

Typical range: 1-2 oz juice or 100-200mg gel
Timing: Before meals
With food: Before or between meals
Duration: Short-term preferred
Special populations: Digestive soothing, heartburn

Forms

Inner leaf gel
Juice
Capsules

Safety

Common side effects

Diarrhea (laxative effect)
Cramping

Contraindications

Pregnancy
Intestinal obstruction
Inflammatory bowel disease

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Evidence notes

Traditional digestive support

Grade C: Mostly observational or small trials; mechanism is plausible but unproven at scale.

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