← Back to all herbsAloe vera leaf
Aloe barbadensis Mill.
Benefits
- Burn soother
- Wound healing support
- Mild laxative (latex)
- Soothing to skin
Cautions
- Latex is a strong laxative
- avoid internal latex in pregnancy/breastfeeding
- may cause diarrhea/cramps.
Drug Interactions
- Internal latex may reduce absorption of oral meds
- caution with cardiac glycosides and diuretics due to potassium loss.