About Aloe
Official resources
Fact sheets from the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements related to this ingredient group.
- Aloe (ClinicalTrials.gov)
- Aloe Vera: Science and Safety (NCCAM)
- Aloe - Dose and administration (PubMed)
- Aloe - Adverse effects (PubMed)
- Aloe - Mechanism of action (PubMed)
- Aloe - Kinetics (PubMed)
- Aloe - Dietary supplement use in human (PubMed)
- Aloe - Clinical trials (PubMed)
- Aloe (MedlinePlus Supplements)
Dietary Supplement Label Database
Ingredient group data in NutriNav is aligned with the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD).
- DSLD group id
- 6
Compare All Forms
5 formsCompare supplement forms of Aloe by absorption quality and what your body actually gets from each:
| Form | Absorption | Steps to absorb | Notes | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aloe | — | — | — | View → |
| Aloe macroclada | — | — | — | View → |
| Aloe Polysaccharide | — | — | — | View → |
| Aloe Polysaccharide | — | — | — | View → |
Aloe Vera
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Type: Herbs
Plant-based supplements derived from leaves, roots, flowers, or other plant parts. Often used in traditional medicine systems.
Absorption: Many herbs require specific extraction methods or co-factors (like piperine for curcumin) for optimal absorption.
Interactions: Herbs can have significant drug interactions. Some herbs have blood-thinning effects. Consult healthcare provider before use.
Potential Benefits
Benefits associated with Aloe forms:
Potential Side Effects
Side effects associated with Aloe forms: