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Oral Uses
- Constipation
Aloe is a stimulant laxative; alleviates constipation. Take 50-150 mg of aloe latex daily, in divided doses, for maximum of 10 days.
- Ulcerative colitis
Aloe is an anti-inflammatory; it has a soothing action; soothes intestines; accelerates tissue healing and tissue repair; alleviates symptoms. Take 50-200 ml of aloe gel or juice daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Diabetes type II
Aloe balances blood sugar. Take 30-60 ml of aloe gel or juice daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Crohn's disease
Aloe is an anti-inflammatory; it has a soothing action; soothes intestines; accelerates tissue healing and tissue repair; alleviates symptoms. Take 50-200 ml of aloe gel or juice daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Diverticular disease
Aloe is an anti-inflammatory; it has a soothing action; soothes intestines; accelerates tissue healing and tissue repair; alleviates symptoms. Take 50-200 ml of aloe gel or juice daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Gastritis
Aloe promotes stomach health; alleviates symptoms. Take 40-80 ml of aloe gel or juice daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- HIV infection and AIDS
Aloe is an antiviral; enhances immune system; reduces risk of developing AIDS. Take 40-80 ml of aloe gel or juice daily, in divided doses, for many months.
Oral Actions
- Action - Cathartic
Aloe is a cathartic; promotes defecation. Take 50-150 mg of aloe latex daily, in divided doses, for maximum of 10 days.
- Action - Anti-inflammatory
Aloe is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation. Take 40-80 ml of aloe gel or juice daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Demulcent
Aloe is a demulcent; soothes mucous membranes. Take 40-80 ml of aloe gel or juice daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Hypoglycemic
Aloe is a hypoglycemic; reduces blood sugar. Take 40-80 ml of aloe gel or juice daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Laxative
Aloe is a laxative; facilitates defecation by softening the stool. Take 50-150 mg of aloe latex daily, in divided doses, for maximum of 10 days.
- Action - Mucilaginous
Aloe is a mucilaginous; soothes and calms inflamed tissue. Take 40-80 ml of aloe gel or juice daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Antiviral
Aloe is an antiviral; fights virus. Take 40-80 ml of aloe gel or juice daily, in divided doses, for many months.
Topical Uses
- Genital herpes
Aloe alleviates symptoms; reduces duration and severity; used for treatment. Apply a topical preparation containing minimum 0.5% of aloe 2-4 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.
- Seborrheic dermatitis
Aloe accelerates tissue healing and tissue repair; reduces scaling; reduces itching; alleviates symptoms. Apply a topical preparation containing aloe 2-4 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.
- Burns
Aloe softens and soothes the skin; accelerates healing. Apply a topical preparation containing aloe 2-4 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.
- Canker sores
Aloe accelerates healing. Apply a topical preparation containing aloe 2-4 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.
- Dry skin
Aloe moisturizes the skin; reduces skin dryness. Apply a topical preparation containing aloe 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.
- General skin inflammation
Aloe is an anti-inflammatory; reduces skin inflammation. Apply a topical preparation containing aloe 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.
- Psoriasis
Aloe accelerates tissue repair; alleviates symptoms. Apply a topical preparation containing aloe 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.
Recommended Dosage
Take 40-200 ml of aloe juice or gel daily in divided doses for many months orally.
Take 50-150 mg of aloe latex daily, in divided doses, for maximum of 10 days orally.
Topically apply a preparation containing minimum 0.5% of aloe 2-4 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.
Cautions & Side Effects
There is no known safety problems if used at suggested dosage. Use with caution orally if you have liver conditions. Do not use aloe latex if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Available Forms
Aloe is available in tablet, capsule, juice, and gel form for oral use. For topical use it is available in cream, ointment, spray and lotion form.
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