Aloe Vera Juice
$13.95
What This Product Does
- Soothes and heals your digestive tract*
- Supports gentle, natural detoxification*
- Reduces inflammation in your stomach and intestines*
How to Use
Shake well. Take 3-6 teaspoons (15ml to 30ml) adding equal quantity of water twice daily after meal or as directed by your health care professional.
Key Ingredients
Full Ingredients: Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis) Juice. Other ingredients: Potassium sulfate, Sodium benzoate, Citric acid
Ayurvedic Energetics
| Rasa (Taste) | Tikta (Bitter), Madhura (Sweet) |
| Virya (Potency) | Sheeta (Cooling) |
| Vipaka (Post-digestive) | Katu (Pungent) |
| Dosha Action | Premier Pitta-shamaka; supports Kapha when used in moderation; may increase Vata if excessive |
Science & Research
Cold-processed Aloe barbadensis inner leaf juice preserving the full spectrum of acemannan polysaccharides, anthraquinone glycosides (aloin, barbaloin), vitamins (A, C, E, B12), minerals, amino acids, and enzymes (bradykinase, lipase, amylase). Cold-processing is critical — heat processing degrades acemannan, the primary immunomodulatory polysaccharide. Acemannan activates macrophages through mannose receptor binding, stimulating IL-1, IL-6, and TNF-α production for enhanced innate immune surveillance. Aloe's mucopolysaccharides provide mucosal demulcent action, coating and soothing GI epithelium, while promoting epithelial cell migration for mucosal repair. Bradykinase enzyme provides topical and systemic anti-inflammatory action. Research supports use in functional GI disorders, IBS-type presentations, and as a gentle daily detoxification support.
Clinical Key Functions
- Cold-processing preserving heat-labile acemannan polysaccharides*
- Bradykinase enzyme delivery for systemic anti-inflammatory action*
- Gentle daily Pitta-shamana and digestive tract detoxification*
Selected Research
- Vogler BK, Ernst E. Aloe vera: a systematic review of its clinical effectiveness. Br J Gen Pract. 1999;49(447):823-828.
- Radha MH, Laxmipriya NP. Evaluation of biological properties and clinical effectiveness of Aloe vera. J Tradit Complement Med. 2015;5(1):21-26.
- Davis RH, et al. Aloe vera, hydrocortisone, and sterol influence on wound tensile strength and anti-inflammation. J Am Podiatr Med Assoc. 1994;84(12):614-621.
- Langmead L, et al. Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of oral Aloe vera for active ulcerative colitis. Aliment Pharmacol Ther. 2004;19(7):739-747.
Ayurvedic Philosophy
Kumari (Aloe vera) Svarasa (expressed juice) represents the most potent form of herbal preparation according to the Sharangdhara Samhita's hierarchy of Panchvidha Kashaya Kalpana (five fundamental preparation types): Svarasa > Kalka > Kwatha > Hima > Phanta. Kumari is classified as a premier Pitta-shamaka (Pitta pacifier) and Bhedi (mild purgative) that clears Pitta from the Koshtha (alimentary tract). Its dual Tikta-Madhura Rasa (bitter-sweet) provides simultaneous Shodhana (purification) and Brimhana (nourishment) — a rare combination. In Ayurvedic dermatology, Kumari juice taken internally addresses Bhrajaka Pitta (skin sub-dosha) vitiation, while in gastroenterology it soothes Pachaka Pitta (digestive sub-dosha) by coating inflamed mucosa with its Picchila (slimy) Guna.
Classical Text References
- Sharangdhara Samhita, Purva Khanda, Chapter 1 — hierarchy of Panchvidha Kashaya Kalpana establishing Svarasa as the most potent preparation
- Bhavaprakasha Nighantu, Guduchyadi Varga — Kumari as Pitta-shamaka, Bhedini, and Yakrit-Pleeha-hara
- Charaka Samhita, Sutra Sthana, Chapter 25 — principles of Pitta-shamana through Tikta-Madhura Rasa Dravyas