Aloe Barbadensis Miller (Aloe Vera)

Sukhdeep Kaur; Kiran Bains

doi:10.1024/0300-9831/a000797

journal article Jun 01, 2024

Aloe Barbadensis Miller (Aloe Vera)

Sukhdeep Kaur

Kiran Bains

International Journal for Vitamin and Nutrition Research Vol. 94 No. 3-4 pp. 308-321 · IMR Press

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Abstract

Abstract: Aloe Barbadensis Miller (Aloe Vera, AV) is a widely recognized for its diverse health-promoting, skin care, and medicinal properties. This narrative review provides a comprehensive overview of AV’s bioactive compounds, pharmacological activities, potential applications, its toxic and adverse effects, as well as the clinical evidence supporting AV’s efficacy in disease prevention. AV contains over 200 bioactive compounds, with the inner clear gel of the leaves containing the majority of these compounds. These include phenolic acids (274.5–307.5 mg/100 g), flavonoids. (3.63–4.70 g/kg), polysaccharides (3.82–6.55 g/kg), saponins, alkaloids, terpenoids, and anthraquinone derivatives. Findings from clinical studies involving both humans and animals highlight the therapeutic potential of AV across diverse health domains. The studies demonstrate AV’s efficacy in reducing blood glucose levels, exhibiting antioxidant and immunomodulatory effects, inducing apoptosis in cancer cells, protecting the liver from damage, and displaying antimicrobial properties. In the fields of dermatology and dentistry, AV has also been observed to promote skin and oral health. However, it is imperative to acknowledge potential risks, adhere to recommended dosages, and seek guidance from healthcare experts before employing AV as a natural therapeutic option. Moreover, considering safety concerns, further well-designed randomized controlled trials are necessary to substantiate the potential benefits of AV and comprehensively assess any associated risks.

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Published: Jun 01, 2024
Vol/Issue: 94(3-4)
Pages: 308-321

Authors

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Sukhdeep Kaur

Department of Food & Nutrition, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Punjab, India

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Kiran Bains

Department of Food & Nutrition, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Punjab, India

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Sukhdeep Kaur, Kiran Bains (2024). Aloe Barbadensis Miller (Aloe Vera). International Journal for Vitamin and Nutrition Research, 94(3-4), 308-321. https://doi.org/10.1024/0300-9831/a000797

Aloe Barbadensis Miller (Aloe Vera)

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