Dosage information

The optimal dosage of Aloe vera has not been determined yet, with studies employing a broad spectrum of preparations containing varied extracts at different concentrations.^[1]^[2]

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Health Condition/Goal	Health Outcome	Evidence
Prediabetes	7 Outcomes	27 Studies
Psoriasis	2 Outcomes	8 Studies
Skin Health	2 Outcomes	8 Studies
General Oral Health	2 Outcomes	8 Studies
Type 2 Diabetes	2 Outcomes	7 Studies
Radiation Therapy Side-Effects	3 Outcomes	7 Studies
Irritable Bowel Syndrome	1 Outcome	3 Studies
Canker Sores	1 Outcome	2 Studies

Prediabetes

7 Outcomes

27 Studies

Psoriasis

2 Outcomes

8 Studies

Skin Health

2 Outcomes

8 Studies

General Oral Health

2 Outcomes

8 Studies

Type 2 Diabetes

2 Outcomes

7 Studies

Radiation Therapy Side-Effects

3 Outcomes

7 Studies

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

1 Outcome

3 Studies

Canker Sores

1 Outcome

2 Studies

Radiation Therapy Side-Effects

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Canker Sores

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Aloe vera mouthwash may be as effective as chlorhexidine mouthwash for reducing gingivitis and plaque

In this 30-day randomized controlled trial, an aloe vera mouthwash was as effective as a chlorhexidine mouthwash for improving dental health measures in adults with gingivitis.

Can consuming aloe vera improve cardiovascular risk factors in people undergoing hemodialysis?

Use of aloe vera, probiotic, and fluoride mouthwashes with orthodontic devices

Can a novel supplement improve the immune response after influenza vaccination?

Is aloe vera an effective cure for oral lichen planus?

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Canker Sores Symptoms - Babaee N, Zabihi E, Mohseni S, Moghadamnia AAEvaluation of the therapeutic effects of Aloe vera gel on minor recurrent aphthous stomatitisDent Res J (Isfahan).(2012 Jul)
Canker Sores Symptoms - Bhalang K, Thunyakitpisal P, Rungsirisatean NAcemannan, a Polysaccharide Extracted from Aloe vera, Is Effective in the Treatment of Oral Aphthous UlcerationJ Altern Complement Med.(2012 Dec 16)
Dental Health Metrics - Zou H, Liu Z, Wang Z, Fang JEffects of Aloe Vera in the Treatment of Oral Ulcers: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomised Controlled Trials.Oral Health Prev Dent.(2022-Dec-12)
Blood glucose - Yiyi Zhang, Wen Liu, Dan Liu, Tieyun Zhao, Haoming TianEfficacy of Aloe Vera Supplementation on Prediabetes and Early Non-Treated Diabetic Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled TrialsNutrients.(2016 Jun 23)
Blood glucose - N Suksomboon, N Poolsup, S PunthanitisarnEffect of Aloe vera on glycaemic control in prediabetes and type 2 diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysisJ Clin Pharm Ther.(2016 Apr)
Psoriasis Symptoms - Gok Metin Z, Helvaci A, Gulbahar Eren MEffects of Aloe vera in adults with mucocutaneous problems: A systematic review and meta-analysis.J Adv Nurs.(2021-Mar)
Erythema - Robijns J, Becherini C, Caini S, Wolf JR, van den Hurk C, Beveridge M, Lam H, Bonomo P, Chow E, Behroozian TNatural and miscellaneous agents for the prevention of acute radiation dermatitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Support Care Cancer.(2023-Mar-02)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Symptoms - Hong SW, Chun J, Park S, Lee HJ, Im JP, Kim JSIs Effective and Safe in Short-term Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.J Neurogastroenterol Motil.(2018-Oct-01)

Aloe Vera

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Aloe Vera

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What is Aloe vera?

What are Aloe vera’s main benefits?

What are Aloe vera’s main drawbacks?

How does Aloe vera work?

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What is the history of Aloe vera?

Can aloe vera be taken with other supplements?

Can Aloe vera be beneficial for diabetes or prediabetes?

Is Aloe vera safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

What are other names for Aloe Vera?

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