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The Secret Benefits of Aloe Vera Juice

By Isabel Smith, MS, RD, CDN

Aloe vera juice is appearing on the shelves of juice bars and health food stores more frequently lately and there's a good reason. Although aloe has been known primarily for its healing powers on sunburn or skin rashes, it also has health benefits when consumed as a beverage. Unlike your daily green juice, it's not something you should drink in excess or even on a daily basis, but it is something that in small amounts can have powerful health benefits. Now let's get to the bottom of why this drink is so good for you, your skin, and so much more.

Nutrients in Aloe:

Vitamins: A, C, E, B12 and folate

Minerals: calcium, magnesium, zinc, chromium

Anti-inflammatory and heart-healthy nutrients: beta-sitosterol and salicylic acid

Aloe juice can help with the following:

Digestion

Aloe juice has been touted as being beneficial in promoting gastrointestinal movement and thus preventing/relieving constipation; however, too much aloe juice can cause a laxative effect due to the anthraquinone compound, so be mindful of how much you're consuming.

inflammation

Aloe contains salicylic acid which has anti-inflammatory properties and can help reduce inflammation of the intestines in affected people.ions such as Crohn's disease and colitis. Additionally, when used topically, aloe can help reduce inflammation due to skin rashes and sunburn. Aloe also contains beta-sitosterol, another compound that can help reduce internal inflammation.

Heart health

Aloe contains a compound called beta-sitosterol that may be beneficial in lowering "bad" LDL cholesterol levels by blocking the absorption of cholesterol from food. Some research also suggests that when ingested, aloe may also help lower triglycerides.

Immune health

Aloe contains antibacterial and antiviral properties that can help fight infections, both when used topically and when consumed./p>

Cancer

Aloe contains hydroxyanthraquinone, a nutrient that research shows may help prevent the growth of certain types of cancerous tumors./p>

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