Aloe Vera Juice for Constipation

Aloe vera, also referred to as medicinal aloe, is a herb which is used for ages for curing and healing many diseases. The antifungal and anti-bacterial properties of aloe vera help in the treatment of internal as well as external problems. It has been used for soothing burns and cuts. It has also proved to be a great moisturizer for skin. It has also been used for sunburn treatments.

There are many other medicinal uses of aloe vera like, it promotes blood circulation and helps in maintaining normal blood pressure. The health benefits of aloe vera cannot be overlooked. This natural herb has also proved a good remedy for healing ulcers and maintaining blood sugar levels.

Most of the time, it cures diseases without any side effects. But, in some cases, a few side effects of this herb are observed. Let's take a look at benefits of using aloe vera juice for constipation.

Aloe vera juice helps in the promotion of bowel movements, and thus relieves constipation. It maintains a balance by restoring the number of healthy bacteria. The recommended dose of aloe vera juice is 1 tablespoon in water before each meal.

This will help to repair damaged tissue in the gut and stimulates all the digestive glands to function properly; stomach, kidneys, gallbladder and liver. Aloe vera juice also helps to rid the intestinal tract of build-up of fecal matter and toxins, all the while acting as a cleansing colonic.

Chronic gastrointestinal disorders are often caused by a fungal infection of the digestive tract. Aloe vera has antifungal properties that work to stymie candida and keep the digestive tract moving smoothly. Drink aloe vera juice regularly will definitely help if you have chronic constipation.

Now let's take a look at some variations of consuming aloe vera for constipation relief.

• The recommended course is to consume aloe for 5 days and then rest 2 days. Alternating the use of aloe in this manner can help to reduce chronic constipation and restores a healthy balance of the good bacteria in your colon.

• If you wish to make the juice with fresh aloe vera, take the plant pieces and boil them on low flame for about 40-45 minutes. Then let the solution cool off. The liquid that you get after straining is your aloe vera juice. You may consume it directly to reap the benefits.

• To consume aloe vera in the gel form, mix two tablespoons of pure aloe vera gel with apple juice or any other type of juice that suits your taste. Generally, aloe vera gel and apple juice go well together. If you wish to use aloe juice drink, just before bedtime or just on awakening, mix 1/3 portions of aloe juice with 2/3 of any juice of your choice.

• But, the best remedy for relieving constipation is to drink only aloe vera juice. For extracting the juice, make use of a fresh, thick and fleshy aloe vera leaf. Another option is drinking peppermint tea along with aloe vera, which is also helpful. You can also take aloe vera along with calmative herbs like turmeric.

Now, the recommended dosage for aloe gel is 2 tablespoons each day. For aloe vera juice, 1 quart each day and for aloe vera concentrate, take 5 g up to 3 times each day. In order to avoid recurrence of constipation, make sure that you increase the intake of fiber in your diet.

Aloe vera products react differently with different individuals, so use common sense and remember to avoid aloe for treating constipation among pregnant and menstruating women, and consult a physician when in doubt.