Health Benefits Of Drinking Aloe Vera Juice

Written by Taisiia Dobrozorova

Written by Taisiia Dobrozorova

Taisiia Dobrozorova is a nutrition and fitness writer at Unimeal and a healthy lifestyle devotee. She has accomplished several courses on health, nutrition, dietology.

on August 29, 2022

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Ievgeniia Dobrynina is the Head of Nutrition and a fact checker at Unimeal.

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Aloe vera is often used for decorating apartments. This plant can survive in arid conditions, groves fast, and fits well with contemporary sofas. But not everybody knows that behind its spiny green leaves hides a unique medical and cosmetology tool. We'll tell you more about the benefits of aloe juice and herbal teas containing Aloe flowers.

Aloe vera juice nutrition facts

Aloe vera juice is a great source of antioxidants that aid fight free radicals. It lowers oxidative stress on your body and diminishes the risk of chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or even cancer. The taste of aloe vera juice is light and fresh, it smells like green grass.

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Aloe vera juice also contains¹Amar Surjushe, Resham Vasani, D G Saple. (2008). ALOE VERA: A SHORT REVIEW. Indian J Dermatol. DOI:10.4103/0019-5154.44785:

•  Vitamin C
•  Vitamin A
•  Vitamin E
•  Beta-carotene
•  Folic acid
•  Calcium
•  Magnesium

8 oz of aloe vera juice include:

Health benefits

A plant with such a unique and rich chemical composition has many valuable properties for human health:

•  improves work of digestive organs³Jillian Poles, et al. (2021, May 27). The effects of twenty-four nutrients and phytonutrients on immune system function and inflammation: A narrative review. J Clin Transl Res. PMID:PMC8259612;
•  moisturizes skin and hair²Ramesh Kumar, et al. (2019, July). Therapeutic potential of Aloe vera-A miracle gift of nature. Phytomedicine. DOI:10.1016/j.phymed.2019.152996;
•  supports the health of the immune system²Ramesh Kumar, et al. (2019, July). Therapeutic potential of Aloe vera-A miracle gift of nature. Phytomedicine. DOI:10.1016/j.phymed.2019.152996;
•  cleanses the body of toxins²Ramesh Kumar, et al. (2019, July). Therapeutic potential of Aloe vera-A miracle gift of nature. Phytomedicine. DOI:10.1016/j.phymed.2019.152996;
•  enhances absorption of nutrients³Jillian Poles, et al. (2021, May 27). The effects of twenty-four nutrients and phytonutrients on immune system function and inflammation: A narrative review. J Clin Transl Res. PMID:PMC8259612;
•  has a high antioxidant capacity²Ramesh Kumar, et al. (2019, July). Therapeutic potential of Aloe vera-A miracle gift of nature. Phytomedicine. DOI:10.1016/j.phymed.2019.152996;
•  keeps the body's natural acidity²Ramesh Kumar, et al. (2019, July). Therapeutic potential of Aloe vera-A miracle gift of nature. Phytomedicine. DOI:10.1016/j.phymed.2019.152996;
•  has a beneficial effect on the health of muscles and joints⁴Arshad H Rahmani, et al. (2015, July-December). Aloe vera: Potential candidate in health management via modulation of biological activities. Pharmacogn Rev. DOI:10.4103/0973-7847.162118;
•  prevents cardiovascular diseases⁴Arshad H Rahmani, et al. (2015, July-December). Aloe vera: Potential candidate in health management via modulation of biological activities. Pharmacogn Rev. DOI:10.4103/0973-7847.162118;
•  has disinfectant, antifungal, antibiotic, bactericidal, and antiviral properties²Ramesh Kumar, et al. (2019, July). Therapeutic potential of Aloe vera-A miracle gift of nature. Phytomedicine. DOI:10.1016/j.phymed.2019.152996;
•  improves blood oxygenation³Jillian Poles, et al. (2021, May 27). The effects of twenty-four nutrients and phytonutrients on immune system function and inflammation: A narrative review. J Clin Transl Res. PMID:PMC8259612;
•  slows aging processes²Ramesh Kumar, et al. (2019, July). Therapeutic potential of Aloe vera-A miracle gift of nature. Phytomedicine. DOI:10.1016/j.phymed.2019.152996;
•  lowers the level of cholesterol and glucose in the blood²Ramesh Kumar, et al. (2019, July). Therapeutic potential of Aloe vera-A miracle gift of nature. Phytomedicine. DOI:10.1016/j.phymed.2019.152996.

Side effects

Internal use of aloe juice works as a laxative, can cause stomach cramps, and also reduce the effectiveness of some drugs, provoke kidney problems, blood in the urine, muscle weakness, and heart failure⁵Alka Jangra, Garima Sharma, Sonia Sihag, Vinod Chhokar. (2022, June). The dark side of miracle plant-Aloe vera: a review. Mol Biol Rep. DOI:10.1007/s11033-022-07176-9.

People with diabetes should be aware that aloe can lower blood glucose levels, which can cause hypoglycemia when using insulin⁶Ramesh Pothuraju, et al. (2016, February). Hypoglycemic and Hypolipidemic Effects of Aloe vera Extract Preparations: A Review. Phytother Res. DOI:10.1002/ptr.5532. There is a belief, but no scientific evidence, that abusing aloe gel can cause liver problems⁷Melinda Ratini, DO, MS. (2021, April 14). All About Aloe. WebMD. Retrieved from https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/ss/slideshow-aloe-uses-dangers. Pregnant women are also advised to refrain from using Aloe drink, because there were cases, when the plant extract caused miscarriage of the baby.

Is it safe to drink aloe vera juice everyday

It's safe to drink aloe vera juice every day. Just follow the main rule to dilute the active substance with water. Experts restrict the use of fresh, concentrated aloe juice (the pharmacy offers ready-made solutions with purified water so that the intake methods may differ).

How much aloe vera juice to drink daily

Healthy aloe vera juice dosage per day is to 90 ml. This amount minimizes potential side effects. You can drink this juice on an empty stomach or during meals. If you find drinking unsweetened aloe vera juice whole leaf challenging, mix it with fruit juice or dilute it with water.

Restriction: Who should not drink aloe vera juice?

Even the most helpful plants have its contraindications. Aloe vera juice whole leaf is no exception. This harmless indoor flower can cause severe damage if it’s not used correctly. A right decision is to consult a doctor before taking this organic remedy. If "white coats" are not your thing at all, remember that aloe is prohibited to:

•  pregnant
•  nursing
•  children up to 12 years old
•  women during the menstrual cycle due to the severe risk of disruption of intrauterine blood circulation
•  people who have gallbladder disease in an acute stage
•  with chronic exacerbation of hemorrhoids
•  to people who are carriers of hepatitis A
•  people who suffer from severe kidney diseases, such as cystitis and nephritis

Aloe vera juice for weight loss

Women use aloe vera juice as a part of weight loss program and to fight with cellulite. Medicinal plant micronutrients improve blood circulation in problem areas, exfoliate dead skin cells, and optimize water exchange in tissues. To destroy "the orange peel," try bathing and wrapping with green plant juice.

Aloe vera baths

There are many recipes for bath mixes, but all of them have two rules in commun - the duration of the procedure should last no longer than 15 minutes. And the water temperature should not be higher than +42°C. Here are interesting bath recipes for you to try:

•  Boil 3-4 leaves in 0.5 l of water for 2-3 minutes, cool and strain the broth, and add 2 tbsp. l. cream and honey, and pour into the bath.
•  Mix 3 tbsp. l. gel, 2 glasses of milk with the mint decoction. Pour the mixture into the bath, and accept the procedure. Use the method for 2-3 months to obtain a rejuvenating effect.
•  Take 1 tbsp. l. aloe, dried elderflowers, crushed licorice roots and fennel fruits, dry tricolor violet, birch leaves, and celandine and boil for 10 minutes, strain, and pour into the bath.

Wraps with aloe juice

This effective procedure is more often performed in spas, but it can easily be repeated at home. Just follow general rules:

•  apply the mixture to the steamed body and rub into the problem areas;
•  wrap the treated areas of the skin in cling film;
•  put on warm clothes;
•  to enhance the effect, lie under the blanket for 1 hour;
•  after taking a shower, additionally, apply anti-cellulite cream to the body;
•  do not go out in the cold at least 1 hour after the wrapping.

Aloe vera inner intake

Aloe vera is suitable for weight loss due to its laxative properties. When consumed in small quantities, it may aid in digestion. An unhealthy gut is commonly related to weight gain. A healthy digestive system solves good metabolism of food and optimal removal of waste from the body that helps lose weight. Also, aloe vera juice is flawless for fighting water weight⁸Josias H Hamman. (2008, August 8). Composition and applications of Aloe vera leaf gel. Molecules. DOI:10.3390/molecules13081599.

Aloe vera is known for boosting metabolism, enabling the body to burn fat⁹Marzanna Hęś. (2019, September). Aloe vera (L.) Webb.: Natural Sources of Antioxidants - A Review. Plant Foods Hum Nutr. DOI:10.1007/s11130-019-00747-5. Aloe vera's fat-burning abilities are credited to the fact of vitamin B, which transforms the fat accumulated in the body into energy and aids weight loss.

Aloe vera gel includes a complex carbohydrate known as acemannan¹⁰Nicholas J Sadgrove, Monique S J Simmonds. (2021 Dec). Pharmacodynamics of Aloe vera and acemannan in therapeutic applications for skin, digestion, and immunomodulation. Phytother Res. DOI:10.1002/ptr.7242, which facilitates the absorption of nutrients by the cells, nourishing and helping detoxify them.

How to make aloe vera juice recipe

Homemade aloe vera juice recipe is simple. First, choose the plant's lower leaves (so the oldest ones) and put them in a fridge for 2-3 hours. Then remove leaves from the cold, cut them, then carefully remove the skin, separating the inside jelly gel. Wrap the raw material in gauze. After, manually squeeze the juice out. Now it's ready to use.

But to know more about the taste of aloe vera juice and how to drink it, try our Refreshing Aloe Juice Recipe For Weight Loss.

Let’s recap

Aloe vera is famous for its rich nutritional value and various health benefits, primarily for its antioxidant properties. Also, it can be used with the aim of losing weight. Before you make up your mind to try aloe vera juice, ensure to talk with a healthcare professional, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or taking any medications.