Question 1

which would you suggest: aloe vera juice inner fillet vs whole leaf?

Accepted Answer

Inner gel: According to nih – when whole leaf aloe vera juice is used longer than a week it can lead to laxative dependency. It can also lead to v absorption of medications.  Additionally, per nih, there may be ^’ed colon cancer risk when aloe that contains latex is taken orally for over a year.

Question 2

my boyfriend recently introduced aloe vera juice to me and i loved it. what benefits does it have?

Accepted Answer

No scintific data : There is no scintific data to support health benefits of drinking aloe vera
those who market it will tell you all kind of benefits but there is no 
there have been safety concerns about carcinogenic activity as was shown in rats.

Question 3

what are considered well accepted pros and cons of drinking aloe vera juice?

Accepted Answer

Aloe vera juice: Aloe vera juice can assist with digestion if ingested prior to a meal. It can be used to prevent & treat constipation.  Aloe vera is reported to help some types of anemia. Some studies suggest that it may be helpful with weight loss & lowering blood glucose levels.

Question 4

can aloe vera juice cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

Uncommon: Aloe vera's most common side effect is diarrhea.

Question 5

is organic aloe vera juice safe for constipation?

Accepted Answer

Other options: there are better options than aloe Vera juice for constipation. Is the constipation new or has this always been an issue for you? Do you take any medications? More info on your history is needed and then a plan can be made to help you. Consider a consult via HealthTap prime or concierge.

Question 6

can aloe vera juice turn your stools greenish in color?

Accepted Answer

Pros and cons: Aloe is commonly recommended for worm infestation, stomach disorders, colic, constipation, diabetes, arteriosclerosis, menstrual complaints, skin disorders. However, aloe is contraindicated in cases of intestinal obstruction, inflammatory bowel disease, appendicitis, ; unexplained abdominal pain. Always weigh all pros and cons of any product (prescription or herbal) before ingestion please.

Question 7

is it ok to drink aloe vera juice while breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

In general: Recommend avoiding unnecessary medication and herbals when breastfeeding.

Question 8

can a thyroid patients take aloe vera juice regularly?

Accepted Answer

Probably but...: As far as I can tell no one knows for sure. There was one study showing a reduction of T3 and T4 in mice given aloe, but that doesn't mean it would do the same for people. Some recommend it for hyperthyroidism and thyroiditis because it helps balance immune function but I don't know of studies on this. I consider it benign and it does have proven benefits. Likely safe but monitor thyroid function.

Question 9

is aloe vera juice good for weight loss? what are the side effect of aloe vera?

Accepted Answer

Not if it's sugary: If there is added sugar in the drink, then no, it will not be good for weight loss.  If it is free of calories and you are drinking fewer sugary drinks because of the aloe juice, then yes it can help very much like unsweetened tea or coffee can as well.  Drinking too much of it can cause stomach upset or diarrhea. Maintaining balance and not focusing on too much of one thing is important.

Question 10

can i consume aloe vera juice if i'm on toprol (metoprolol) and synthroid daily?

Accepted Answer

Consult this stie: For drug interactions between aloe vera and medications. It will be a good idea to tell your doctor about all drugs, including over the counter medications, that you take, 

http://www.Nlm.Nih.Gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/607.Html.

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Which would you suggest: aloe vera juice inner fillet vs whole leaf?

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My boyfriend recently introduced aloe vera juice to me and i loved it. what benefits does it have?

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What are considered well accepted pros and cons of drinking aloe vera juice?

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Can aloe vera juice cause constipation?

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Is organic aloe vera juice safe for constipation?

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Can aloe vera juice turn your stools greenish in color?

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Is it ok to drink aloe vera juice while breastfeeding?

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Can a thyroid patients take aloe vera juice regularly?

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Is aloe vera juice good for weight loss? what are the side effect of aloe vera?

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Can i consume aloe vera juice if i'm on toprol (metoprolol) and synthroid daily?

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