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Posted 6/2/2009 3:42 AM (GMT 0)
Bought some Aloe Vera Juice from Walgreens; drank some yesterday (prob about 6oz). It wasn't that great tasting, and seemed to sting on the way down, as well as creating pains in my stomach a couple of hours afterward. Going to try  it again tonight...

Anyone else using Aloe Vera? If so, how do you use it, how much, when and what has been your experiences? confused

Posted 6/2/2009 5:27 AM (GMT 0)
I tried it for a while at about 8 ounces a day and didn't see much of a change.
Posted 6/2/2009 10:55 AM (GMT 0)
I use Georges "always active" Aloe Vera juice. It tastes like water - no unusual or bitter taste to it at all. It was recommended to me because it does not contain aloin, a substance that apparently can aggravate IBD.

When I feel the need I will drink about 1/4 cup two or three times a day. I find it very soothing.
Posted 6/2/2009 6:54 PM (GMT 0)
I agree. George's is the only brand I trust because it has the aloin component removed which works as a laxative and can irritate an inflamed gut.
Posted 6/3/2009 4:00 AM (GMT 0)
Does it make you nauseas (not sure if I spelled that right)? Because I woke up today, sick (as in a cold), and I haven't really eaten anything except chicken and rice soup, yet I seem to be gagging every hour or so.
Posted 6/3/2009 11:06 AM (GMT 0)
I have never had a negative reaction with George's. Can't speak for other brands.
Posted 6/3/2009 2:08 PM (GMT 0)
I'd blame the nausea on the bug, not on the aloe. But if in doubt, lay off it for a couple of days while you try to recover.
Posted 6/4/2009 7:27 AM (GMT 0)
Yes, I use Aloe Vera daily in gel form. This I use sparingly, diluted in a cup of herbal tea . I get no adverse effects / sensations from it. However I don't just depend on this particular complimentary, so I don't feel obliged to consume large amounts.

I have no personal evidence that it helps keep inflammation away, but whilst I remain virtually symptom free I am not going to stop using it.
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