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I have cut my own aloe vera from the plant and mixed in equal amounts with honey but in what quantities should i take it please?

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What for?: It is not likely that aloe and honey will treat any ailment you may have. It will probably not do any harm either. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex.

Answered 2/4/2016

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Dr. Deborah McGregor answered

Specializes in Preventive Medicine

Aloe Precaution: Like many plant preparations, aloe may have different uses from different parts of the plant. Aloe vera gel on skin irritations has been reported as soothing and cooling. Other Aloe plant parts taken by mouth has been report as having a major laxative effect. This is erroneously assumed to be a cause of "weight loss". In reality it is a loss of solid waste from the bowels. Better laxatives exist.

Answered 2/8/2016

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