Aloe Vera Juice
Studied for: Gastritis · Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Gastritis
What the research found
Small clinical trials indicate that standardized aloe vera syrup (10 mL daily) significantly lowered the frequency of heartburn, acid regurgitation, and belching in gastroesophageal reflux disease, exhibiting symptomatic control comparable to standard ranitidine or omeprazole regimens
Dose used in studies
10 mL daily
Side effects reported
stomach cramps, diarrhea, and low blood potassium levels
References
Retiu2021, Sánchez2020
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
What the research found
A meta-analysis of three randomized controlled trials involving 151 patients demonstrated a significant improvement in overall IBS symptom scores (standardized mean difference: 0.41; 95% CI: 0.07–0.75; P = 0.020) and a higher response rate compared to placebo (pooled risk ratio: 1.69; 95% CI: 1.05–2.73)
Dose used in studies
10 mL daily
Side effects reported
stomach cramps, diarrhea, and low blood potassium levels
References
Hong2018
Not medical advice
Trials are run on specific people, for specific reasons, over a set period. Your medications, conditions and bloodwork can change what is safe for you. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before starting.