Aloe Vera
Aloe barbadensis
The clear leaf gel is well-used topically for minor burns, sunburn, and irritation; the latex (yellow sap) is a harsh laxative.
Traditional use (household, biblical-near-eastern): The clear leaf gel is well-used topically for minor burns, sunburn, and irritation; the latex (yellow sap) is a harsh laxative.
The clear leaf gel is well-used topically for minor burns, sunburn, and irritation; the latex (yellow sap) is a harsh laxative.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- Topical: minor burns, sunburn, irritated skin
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- Topical gel is gentle; INTERNAL latex is a strong, unsafe laxative (cramping, electrolyte loss) and not for pregnancy.
- Internal use of the latex/whole-leaf
- Pregnancy (internal)
Topical gel is gentle; INTERNAL latex is a strong, unsafe laxative (cramping, electrolyte loss) and not for pregnancy.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
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