Health benefits

• hydration
  • ideal way to prevent or treat dehydration
  • helps your body detox
• liver function
  • rich in phytonutrients
• constipation
  • helps normalize the healthy bacteria in your gut
  • stimulation of peristalsis
  • helps increase the water content in your intestines
• clearer skin
  • "neutralizes the effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation"
  • rich source of antioxidants and vitamins
  • may help reduce the frequency and appearance of acne
• nutrition boost
  • combating most preventable diseases
  • one of the only plant sources of vitamin B-12
  • vitamins B, C, E, and folic acid, along with several other small doses of vitamins and minerals
• heartburn relief
  • shown to combat gastric ulcers
  • helps control secretion of acid in your stomach
• digestive health
  • may help decrease irritation in the stomach and intestines
  • "contains several enzymes known to help in the breakdown of sugars and fats and to keep your digestion running smoothly"

Side effects

• "Decolorized (purified, low anthraquinone) whole leaf aloe vera is considered safe", while "nondecolorized, unpurified aloe vera juice can have unpleasant side effects"
  • cramping
  • diarrhea
  • due to anthraquinone (laxative)

Shopping

• look for purified, decolorized, organic, safety-tested, and 100% aloe juice on labels

"Keeping an eye on your figure when no one else is"

• no sugar
• few calories